New guidance on controlling risks associated with workplace transport has been produced by the HSE and reflects changes to legislation. The guidance entitled ‘Workplace Transport
A 43 year-old woman lost control of her Mercedes as she drove at around 40mph on a 60mph carriageway, and ploughed into an oncoming car
Companies can be liable for driving-related incidents even during the “regular commute” as a result of work conditions impacting on the driver, a court has
Concerns have been raised over whether an increase in inspections by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has stemmed from the government’s Fee For Intervention
According to the Department for Transport figures, more than a quarter of all road traffic incidents involve someone who is driving on behalf of their
The Health and Safety Executive have now published their revised and updated ‘Health and Safety Made Simple – the Basics for Your Business’ leaflet for
Employers have a legal responsibility to consult all of their employees on health and safety matters. Not only can this be very important in creating
The HSE inspected a sample of 153 non-local authority schools between April 2013 and January 2014, which included independent, voluntary aided and foundation schools, free
BLOG Often referred to as the last line of defence, personal protective equipment (PPE) has an important role to play in protecting employees from workplace
Every day, employees perform their roles making use of an assortment of work equipment. Whether they use simple hand tools or operate complex automated machinery,
