Dangers of Scaffolding Have to be Managed
Staying Safe with Scaffolding Scaffolding has to be managed carefully to reduce the risks from the hazards that come with working in this environment. The dangers of scaffolding have been...
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Writing a Health and Safety Policy
If you have five or more employees working for you it is necessary to write down your health and safety policy. Any fewer employees still require you to have a...
Read MoreHelp Your Construction Firm Comply with Legislation
Supervisors need to have appropriate health and safety training to ensure they do their job properly while complying with legislation. The CCNSG Supervisor Passport can provide adequate training that could...
Read MoreAccidents can be an Expensive Business
Risks in the construction Industry The construction industry is full of risks that have to be carefully managed. Site supervisors and managers both have a responsibility to help manage a...
Read MoreBirmingham Painter Falls Through Skylight
A painter from Birmingham has suffered several broken bones after falling through a skylight in what can be described as a massive breach of health and safety regulations while carrying...
Read MorePlanning Health and Safety on the Construction Site
When you undertake training such as the NEBOSH Construction Certificate you will learn all about the safety issues that are faced in the construction industry on a daily basis. One...
Read MoreHave You Sorted Out Your First Aid at Work?
Under the Health and Safety First Aid Regulations, it is necessary to make sure that you provide adequate first aid facilities and personnel in your organisation. The regulations apply to...
Read MoreThe Importance of Health and Safety Training in Construction
Construction sites can be deadly. This is why health and safety is so important within the industry. The CCNSG Safety Passport is one way that you can ensure all workers...
Read MoreIOSH Launches Brand New Site for Health and Safety Advice
One of the areas to consider when starting your own business is health and safety. When thinking up your ideas it is a good idea to get a grasp of...
Read MoreLancashire Safety Event Will Be Held Following Deaths in Construction Industry
A free event which is designed to educate the public about health and safety training will be held in Charnock Richard, Lancashire on Wednesday 14th of November. This free health...
Read MoreMakeshift Platform Caused Serious Injuries to Contractor
Health and safety training is one way that the construction industry can help to reduce the risks. The industry is known for being one of the most high risk industries...
Read MorePoundstretcher Branch Fined £12,000 for Putting Workers at Risk
Supervisors and managers need to be aware of the legal problems that can arise if they fail to upkeep your health and safety policies and procedures. Without excellent management you and...
Read MoreThe IOSH Awards Honour Safe Companies around the UK
IOSH, the Institution of Safety and Health, has recently hosted their awards ceremony which honoured a number of British companies which have demonstrated a commitment to health and safety. The...
Read MoreWould You Know What to Do If Your Co-Worker Fell Ill at Work?
First aid courses give you the knowledge and skills you need that could save a life. When you are an employer you must ensure there is a suitable level of...
Read MoreHealth and Safety in the Office with IOSH Training
The Health and Safety Executive are currently looking at making changes to some of the laws regarding the self-employed and the law. An independent report highlighted that there seemed to...
Read MoreGet the Passport to a New Job in the Construction Industry
Do you want to help secure work in the construction industry? Finding work can be tough but it is even tougher getting a foot in without the right training or...
Read MoreWhy Does Working from Height Pose Serious Risks?
The Dangers of Working at Height The dangers of working at height were raised this week after yet another court case involving a young worker injuring himself in a fall....
Read MoreHow Current is Your Health and Safety Training?
When is the last time that your workplace received current health and safety training? If the last time that you can remember training in your workplace was several years ago,...
Read MorePerforming Risk Assessments
Risk assessments are a requirement of all employers and the self-employed by law. Before you begin the assessments it is important to consider whether or not you are competent. The...
Read MoreThe Risk of Stress in the Office
One of the main risks that are faced by office workers is stress. Stress needs to be managed so that the person affected doesn't suffer from ill health. In addition...
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