Persistent tracking can transform safety at sea
The shipping sector is facing increasing operational complexities and resultant dangers at sea. With unpredictable weather patterns, an emergent shadow fleet and escalating dark ship activity, the presence of uninsured vessels, Red Sea targeting, and AIS technology vulnerabilities, the continued reliance on AIS as a single source of vessel location data is undermining the safety of fleets. […]
COMPLIANCE MONTH: Harnessing digital tools to strengthen safety culture
From construction and manufacturing to education and healthcare, the need for robust safety audits and proactive risk assessments has never been greater. Amid evolving Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidelines and increased expectations around duty of care, organisations are turning to digital tools, real-time monitoring, and IoT-enabled systems to strengthen their safety culture and streamline compliance… 1. The Role […]
COMPLIANCE MONTH: How to evaluate solutions on cost, scalability, integration, and industry-specific requirements
The regulatory landscape for occupational safety in the UK continuously evolves – placing increasing pressure on health and safety leaders to maintain compliance across complex, multi-site operations. Whether managing risk assessments, incident reporting, training records or audits, selecting the right compliance management partner has become mission-critical. With numerous solutions on the market – ranging from compliance software to […]
AI-powered alerts emerging as a key driver of fleet Safety, study finds
Real-time driver alerts powered by artificial intelligence (AI) are fast becoming a crucial tool in the occupational health and safety strategies of UK fleet operators, according to new research released by Webfleet and video telematics provider Lytx. The UK Fleet Safety Report, which surveyed 200 fleet decision-makers across the country, found that 69% of fleet operators view […]
April 2025 is Stress Management Month on Health & Safety Briefing – Here’s how to get involved!
Each month on Health & Safety Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the sector – and in April we’ll be focussing on Stress Management. 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 supplier […]
COMPLIANCE MONTH: Best practice for ensuring contractor and supplier H&S standards
Contractor and supply chain compliance is a critical priority for organisations across construction, manufacturing, logistics, and public sector industries. With stricter health and safety regulations, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) commitments, and supply chain transparency laws, businesses must ensure that third-party contractors and suppliers meet legal, ethical, and operational standards. Failing to monitor contractor compliance can lead to fines, reputational damage, and operational […]
COMPLIANCE MONTH: What the UK workplace safety regulations landscape means for your organisation
As workplace environments continue to change, health and safety regulations are evolving to address new risks, technologies, and compliance challenges. This means organisations across the public and private sectors must stay ahead of new legislation, digital compliance tools, and enhanced regulatory oversight to maintain a safe working environment. With updates to HSE (Health and Safety Executive) guidelines, ISO 45001 […]
Research reveals employee concerns over EDI
Research from Mental Health First Aid England, released to mark My Whole Self Day (11 March), has revealed almost a third of employees (30%) say people in their organisation sometimes reject others for being different. 1 in 10 employees (9%) said they do not feel their team treat each other with respect. The research was […]
BEHAVIOURAL SAFETY MONTH: How to create a safety-first workplace culture
Organisations are prioritising behavioural safety as part of a broader effort to reduce workplace incidents and create a proactive, safety-first culture. Unlike traditional safety measures that focus solely on compliance, behavioural safety initiatives encourage employees to take personal responsibility for workplace safety, embedding positive safety habits into daily routines. By implementing leadership-driven engagement, comprehensive employee training, and behaviour-based safety (BBS) programs, companies can improve safety […]
BEHAVIOURAL SAFETY MONTH: Key metrics and best practice for 2025
Behavioural safety programs have become a cornerstone of workplace safety strategies across the UK’s public and private sectors. These initiatives focus on fostering positive safety behaviours, reducing workplace risks, and promoting a proactive safety culture. However, measuring the effectiveness of these programs is crucial to ensuring they deliver tangible results. To evaluate the success of a behavioural safety […]