BLOG If previous heatwaves have taught us anything, it’s that workplaces can descend into sweaty chaos when summer rolls around. The fact is, nobody likes
Key points GMP are carrying out a campaign to tackle drivers carrying unsecure loads, particularly where they are carrying dangerous goods. The enforcement campaign will
At present, employees must earn the equivalent of 14 hours on minimum wage (£118) to qualify for statutory sick pay (SSP). However, this could soon
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has now published its yearly report on workplace fatalities in Great Britain. The report is based on provisional annual
Last week, an alliance of unions, charities and women’s rights groups initiated a campaign calling for employers to be held legally liable if they fail
The financial penalties for health and safety breaches are rising… and fast. In the last couple of months, several organisations across a variety of sectors
The Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 (HSWA) sets out the general health and safety duties employers have toward their employees. It also
When employers have to negotiate certain terms and conditions with a union, talks can often hit a brick wall. This can be incredibly frustrating on
The HSE has announced that it is now visiting sites across the UK to assess how they are controlling dust. Inspectors will be focusing their
BLOG All businesses have a duty of care to make sure relevant health and safety regulations are complied with. To ensure that employers are abiding
