Emergency arrangements | Planning for fire and other major safety incidents
Employers need to plan for workplace emergencies. Special procedures are required for incidents such as serious injuries, electrocution, flood, chemical spills, explosion and fire. When
Health and safety competent person FAQs
BLOG If you’re an employer, or responsible for health and safety within an organisation, it’s very likely you’ve come across the term ‘competent person’. But
What to include in a Health & Safety Policy
If you employ five or more people, it is a legal requirement to have a written Health & Safety Policy detailing your organisation’s approach to
“I quit!” | Are ‘heat of the moment’ resignations binding?
There are times in life when emotions take over and we say things we later regret. But if an employee impulsively resigns in the heat
Employer beware | 5 gross misconduct myths that could land you in legal trouble
BLOG There are a number of commonly-held myths in the realm of employment law. Some give employers a false sense of security, while others make
New year, new fines | January’s top 5 health and safety penalties
Blog Maintaining a safe and compliant work environment is paramount, but understanding the potential pitfalls is equally crucial. In this blog, we’ll explore some UK
Court rules disability must be established at the time of “discriminatory” acts
Mental health conditions can be debilitating, impacting all aspects of a person’s life, including their ability to work. For employers, dealing with the operational consequences
Health & Safety Mock Trial | How ‘minor’ hazards can result in major penalties
How do you ensure high health and safety standards are maintained in your workplace? Do you provide training, develop procedures and have clear lines of
Warehouse safety | 8 practical ways to reduce risk
Despite being dangerous places to work, warehouse businesses sometimes fail to manage risk properly. This is because they take a ‘general’ approach to warehouse safety.
EU workers after Brexit | What should employers do now?
Now that Britain has left the European Union, employers may be wondering what happens in regard to EU citizens under their employment. If they wish
Detached, exhausted and dreading work | Tackling the phenomenon of employee burnout
Ever witnessed a normally enthusiastic, hardworking employee start to become irritable and disengaged? If so, they may be exhibiting signs of burnout – and it’s
Blue tape | Has health and safety gone too far?
It’s often said that health and safety has gone to extremes, but is this really the case? Complaints about ‘excessive’ health and safety rules and
