Many businesses ask “Why is health and safety training important?” Each year a significant numbers of workers are injured or made ill by their work. This imposes a ‘human cost’ (in terms of the impact on the individual’s quality of life and for fatal injuries, loss of life), as well as ‘financial’ costs, such as […]
In a previous article “Falls From Height – HSE Statistics Published” we talked about the fact that despite the HSE’s annual stats showing that there has been a downward trend in the number of falls from height, falls from height still remain the single biggest cause of fatal injuries in the workplace. In addition to […]
The HSE recently published the health and safety stats for non-fatal injuries incidents reported by employers under the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) and from self-reports obtained through the annual Labour Force Survey (LFS). Looking back, in 2013/14 falls from height accounted for nearly three in ten (29%) fatal injuries to […]
It’s hard to believe that 2016 is coming to a close and 2017 is just around the corner. You may find yourself thinking the last year has flown by but why not get a head start on 2017 by making health and safety your new year resolution? Health and Safety Policy By law (Health and […]
In a previous article we talked about the Health and Safety Executive’s plans to Help Great Britain Work Well. In this article we cover the Health and Safety Executive’s Business Plans for 2016/17. This plan outlines what the HSE, in their role as the national regulator and catalyst in the system, will deliver in 2016/17. […]
Since our last press release overview of HSE cases there have been a further 20 cases over the months between June and October. Below are a few examples from September and October: Construction firm in court after worker fractures spine in roof fall http://press.hse.gov.uk/2016/construction-firm-in-court-after-worker-fractures-spine-in-roof-fall/ Construction firm Montway Ltd has been fined £144,000 after a worker […]
If you’ve ever experienced back pain you’ll know how debilitating it can be. Unfortunately back pain in the workplace is common especially if your work involves heavy lifting, repetitive movements or sitting at a desk for long periods. May occupations such as construction work; nursing and factory work can place significant demands on your back. […]
The health and safety record of Great Britain is excellent and the envy of the rest of the world. This has been achieved through the use of health and safety practices within workplaces which record and manage risk by identifying, evaluating and putting in place appropriate precautions in the workplace, thereby protecting your business and […]
The H&SE have released the annual workplace stats (provisional) for 1 April 2015 to 31 March 2016 which cover fatal accidents in workplaces in the UK courtesy of RIDDOR (The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations) […]
After Friday’s vote on whether to leave or remain in the EU many UK companies are now wondering what the Brexit “Leave” vote may mean for them in the future in terms of health and safety legislation. UK health and safety legislation dates back as far as the 19th century when the Factories Act and […]
Health and Safety plays a major role in everyday work life. But when things go wrong and accidents or deaths occur they must be reported to the Health and Safety Executive (H&SE) and it’s important to make sure you know how the law affects you. In this article we will be looking at the reporting of injuries, occupational diseases and dangerous […]
This month we will be looking at some of the Health and Safety press releases published on the HSE website. From fairground ride operator to solar panel specialists to a demolition contractor. These cases highlight the importance of health and safety […]
