OPINION: Why health & safety leaders belong at the resilience table
When a crisis strikes, be it a fire, cyberattack, pandemic, or extreme weather event, organisations rely on their crisis management and business continuity teams to respond quickly, protect operations, and safeguard people. Yet in many organisations, occupational health and safety (OH&S) leaders are still brought in after the fact, rather than being embedded from the […]
BUSINESS CONTINUITY & DISASTER RECOVERY MONTH: Return to Work After a Crisis – Considerations for safe reoccupation and operational resilience
Whether the disruption is caused by a fire, flood, pandemic, or cyberattack, the process of bringing staff safely back into the workplace is a complex undertaking. It’s one that demands careful planning and collaboration, led in large part by occupational health and safety professionals. A well-managed return-to-work process doesn’t just focus on facilities, it puts […]
BUSINESS CONTINUITY & DISASTER RECOVERY MONTH: Lessons in health-focused continuity from recent crises
Occupational health and safety (OH&S) professionals have found themselves on the front line of crisis response, navigating everything from pandemics and extreme weather to supply chain shocks and energy blackouts. These challenges have reshaped the way health and safety teams contribute to business continuity planning, placing people and wellbeing at the heart of organisational resilience. […]
August 2025 is Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery 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 August we’ll be focussing on Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery. 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 […]
DISASTER RECOVERY MONTH: How to develop your emergency response plan
Effective emergency response planning is a cornerstone of occupational health and safety (OHS) management. For senior OHS professionals, developing a comprehensive plan that addresses potential hazards and ensures a swift and coordinated response is crucial – here are our top tips… Key Components of an Emergency Response Plan Roles and Responsibilities Communication Procedures Evacuation Strategies Additional Considerations […]
DISASTER RECOVERY MONTH: Key steps to selecting the right partner for your organisation
For senior occupational health and safety (OHS) professionals, selecting the right partners for business continuity and disaster recovery (BCDR) is crucial. Here are key considerations when vetting potential providers, based on requirements among delegates at the Occupational Safety & Health Forum… Understanding Your Needs Key Considerations for Partner Selection Building a Strong Partnership Additional Considerations By carefully […]
BUSINESS CONTINUITY MONTH: Planning for the worst as part of occupational health & safety
For senior occupational health and safety (OHS) professionals, business continuity planning (BCP) and disaster recovery (DR) are critical components of a comprehensive risk management strategy. By integrating health and safety considerations into these plans, organisations can protect employees, assets, and operations… Understanding the Interplay Between Health and Safety and BCP/DR Key Considerations for OHS Professionals Integration with Business Continuity Plans […]
If you specialise in Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery we want to hear from you!
Each month on Health & Safety Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the sector – and in August we’ll be focussing on Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery. 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 […]