Can you join us at the Occupational Safety & Health Forum?
As a qualified industry professional you’re invited to February’s Occupational Safety & Health Forum to enjoy an itinerary of meetings with industry leading suppliers, plus access to insightful seminars. Are you able to attend? – Book online here! When: 7th February 2024 Where: Hilton London Canary Wharf What’s included: Lunch and refreshments will also be included for you to enjoy throughout the […]
Five ways to support your employees’ mental health
Mental health is hugely important, both in the workplace and beyond. But with the pressures of increasingly fast-paced work environments, it can be difficult to find time to prioritise our mental health. With 82% of Brits admitting they don’t take a full lunch break, it’s no surprise that 88% of UK employees have experienced burnout in the […]
Sellafield begins delicate task of removing waste as part of decommissioning
The team at nuclear power plant Sellafield have successfully retrieved the first batch of waste from the site’s oldest waste store as part of what’s been described as one of the most complex and difficult decommissioning challenges in the world and one of the highest priorities for Sellafield Ltd and the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA). […]
HSE kicks off Working Minds campaign to improve truck driver safety
More needs to be done to protect Britain’s truckers from work-related stress according to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), whose Working Minds campaign in partnership with the Road Haulage Agency is targeting drivers – and their bosses – to promote good mental health whilst at work. When safe to do so, drivers can text […]
Health & Safety Risk Management Assessments: An overview for businesses
Ensuring the health and safety of employees is both a legal and moral responsibility for UK businesses. A robust Risk Management Assessment (RMA) for health and safety can prevent accidents, foster a positive workplace culture, and save the organisation from potential legal complications. Here are the pivotal considerations when undertaking this critical task… A Health […]
TUC warns government on ‘booming’ number of BME workers in insecure jobs
Analysis published by the TUC has revealed the number of Black and Ethnic Minority (BME) workers in insecure work more than doubled from 2011 to 2022 (from 360,200 to 836,300). The chance of a BME worker being in an insecure job has also increased, with 1 in 6 in this position now compared to 1 […]
Impact of wellbeing issues for overseas workers highlighted in study
Wellbeing issues severely or significantly compromise the ability to function at work for over a quarter (26.4%)1 of overseas employees with wellbeing concerns, according to data released today by Towergate Health & Protection. The figures are from one of the firm’s leading global employee assistance programme (EAP) providers that looks after over 6.5 million employees worldwide. It found that: Sarah […]
How to conduct a Fire Risk Assessment for your organisation
For UK businesses, ensuring fire safety isn’t just about compliance—it’s about protecting assets, employees, and reputation. Central to this mission is the Fire Risk Assessment (FRA), a systematic review to identify hazards and evaluate existing precautions. This primer will walk you through the fundamental steps of conducting an effective FRA for your business… Identify Potential […]
Occupational Safety & Health Forum: Don’t miss February’s essential event
Don’t forget to secure your free place at February’s Occupational Safety & Health Forum – You’ll find everything your need to deliver your organisation’s health & safety strategy in one place, including the best suppliers, thought-leading speakers and industry networking. 7th February 2024 – Hilton London Canary Wharf Your place is entirely free and you will receive […]
Do you specialise in Risk Management/Assessments? We want to hear from you!
Each month on Health & Safety Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the security market – and in September we’ll be focussing on Risk Management/Assessments. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help health & safety buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a […]
