Inspecting and Testing PAT Equipment
Portable electrical appliances and equipment can deteriorate and become damaged, defective and faulty. It usually happens due to the incorrect
Health and Safety
What is a LOLER Inspection Checklist
According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), 111 people were killed in 2019/20 when operating mechanical equipment – one
How to Carry Out an Effective Risk Assessment
For a risk assessment to be effective in reducing the risks, it must identify the hazards that are foreseeable and
How to Create a Fire Safety Evacuation Plan for your Business
Although it is a rare occurrence, a fire can be devastating to a business and can cost lives. Sometimes fire
Understanding Common Electrical Signs, Symbols and Labels
Electricity is an essential part of our everyday lives and is present in most, if not all, workplaces and homes.
A Guide on How to Become a Childminder Within Your Own Home
Childminding can be an extremely rewarding career. Not only do you spend your day nurturing little ones, but your role
How to Become a First-Aider
First aid not only prevents injuries and illnesses from worsening, it can also mean the difference between life and death.
The Requirements for a First Aid Kit
First aid is of vital importance, as it can preserve life, prevent further injury or ill health, and promote recovery.
Over 60% of UK workers don’t want to go back to the office before everyone is vaccinated
As lockdown starts to lift, more people are having to think about going back to work as normal. That means
What is an Occupational Health Assessment?
In the workplace, there are numerous hazards that have the potential to cause harm to employees, such as injury and
How to Write a Fire Safety Policy for Schools
An outbreak of fire is serious in a school of any size, and it can have devastating consequences. Fire can
How to Write a Fire Safety Policy for Nurseries
An outbreak of fire is serious in any workplace. In a nursery setting, with infants and young children, it can
How to Write a Fire Safety Policy for Offices
Offices appear to be relatively benign workplaces when it comes to safety risks. However, fire is a risk that all
How to Write a Fire Safety Policy for Care Homes
Fire is a risk in all non-domestic premises. In a care home with vulnerable residents, the risk can be higher,
How to Write a Health and Safety Policy
Employers have duties to their employees under health and safety legislation. One of these duties requires them to have a
Common Construction Site Hazards
The building and construction industry is one of the most dangerous in the country. According to government statistics, every year
How to Store COSHH Substances
The impact of mismanagement of hazardous substances, poor safety and accidents can be fatal or result in serious injuries, with
What are the 2021 Changes to COSHH?
Many companies follow COSHH, as the Brexit transition period comes to an end on 31st December 2020, businesses will face
Using a Standing Desk Correctly
The use of display screen equipment (DSE) can result in various health implications, particularly when workers are sitting down at
The Importance of COSHH after COVID-19
The recent COVID-19 pandemic has altered our lives in many different ways, particularly when it comes to the way that
All About CPD Points
Continual professional development, or CPD, is an integral part of your career progression. It consists of a range of activities
Preventing Slips, Trips and Falls at Work
Tripping at work is one of the most likely ways you’ll pick up an injury. In fact, 29% of workplace
COSHH for Hairdressers
Did you know that COSHH applies to hairdressers? Going to the hairdressers is a wonderfully relaxing and exciting experience for
Health and Safety Guidance for Gym Staff
As a personal trainer or anyone else who works in a fitness centre, you’ll know how important gym health and
