Of the 123 fatalities caused by work-related accidents in the year 2021/22, 29 of these involved a fall from a

In 2020, homeworking changed from being an elusive benefit for a handful of usually senior workers, to becoming the new

In the UK the construction sector underpins our economy and society and it is forecast to grow by 14.1% to

The term ‘ergonomic’ means the fit between a person and their environment. For the purposes of this article, when we

Of all those who work in the construction industry, welders have the highest occupational risk. Welding is known for its

If you’ve ever worked with or seen someone use an abrasive wheel, you won’t be surprised to hear that they

Metal mining in the UK has a long history and the oldest known mines date back almost 4,000 years. Lead

In a medical emergency, it’s important to act quickly. According to some sources, a lack of first aid skills in

All businesses produce some waste, but by far the largest waste stream generated in London, for example, is construction and

Incorrect or unsafe manual handling procedures are having a detrimental effect on the health and safety of the UK’s workforce.

Employees in a huge number of industries, including construction, retail, and the food and drink industry work at height. However,

There are currently at least 90 incinerators in the UK, with a further 50 being proposed for development. These incinerators

According to statistics provided by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), in the UK in 2020/2021: 142 workers were killed

Firework displays can be stunning and are a chance to bring the community together. They are a traditional way to

Home Office statistics show that in the year ending June 2021 the Fire Rescue Services (FRSs) attended 149,779 fires, a

What are combustible materials? Combustible materials are solids or liquids that can easily ignite and burn. If a combustible material

Under the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013, (RIDDOR) employers, the self-employed and anyone in control of

Anyone doing work that involves open flames, extreme temperatures or work that generates extreme heat or sparks needs to be

When someone has a cardiac arrest, if CPR is not given, they are unlikely to survive. The British Heart Foundation

In 2019, the British Cleaning Council (BCC) reported that the UK cleaning industry employs over 700,000 people and contributes over

The key advantage of RIDDOR is that all notable accidents and incidents that happen in a workplace environment get reported

COSHH legislation outlines responsibilities for both employers and employees to ensure a safe working environment for everyone. Employers have the

Too many workers are injured or suffer ill health due to hazards in the workplace. Robust health and safety practices,