What is a Data Protection Officer? (DPO)
Over the last two decades, it’s arguable that data has overtaken oil and gold as the world’s most valuable commodity.
What is reportable under RIDDOR?
Let’s start off with the basics, RIDDOR stands for Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (2013). It is
How to improve mental health in the workplace
Mental health problems are very common in the workplace. According to statistics, over 12% of all sick leave is attributed
What is Prevent?
Since 1st July 2015, all specified authorities have a responsibility to ensure that they demonstrate compliance to Prevent duty, with
The different food hygiene requirements in schools
Food hygiene standards, overseen by the UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) are a set of guidelines that help to protect
Prevent in Schools – All you need to know
In July 2015, all schools and childcare providers became bound by duty under section 26 of the Counter Terrorism and
Quiz: Test your knowledge on eating disorders
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Quiz: Test your knowledge on FGM
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Food Hygiene in Nurseries – All you need to know
Food Hygiene in Nurseries is extremely important. The UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) states that "You must comply with food
Natasha’s Law | What is it and how will it impact food businesses?
For England-based businesses working in the food industry, Natasha’s Law will bring essential changes to food labelling regulations as of
Quiz: Test your knowledge on safer recruitment
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How to use a FIFO Food Storage System
FIFO stands for First in, First out and using a FIFO system is the only way to manage your food
Free kitchen safety posters
It is important to have good awareness of good hygiene practices when handling food, as well as remembering the health
Spotting the signs of radicalisation
Global levels of radicalisation are rising. This is particularly prevalent in younger individuals who are vulnerable and susceptible to indoctrination.
Quiz: Test your knowledge on stress
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Fire Warden duties and responsibilities
The majority of fires that take place in the workplace are preventable. Those responsible for fire safety in the workplace
What is Occupational Health and Safety?
Occupational health and safety is the process of ensuring the health, safety and welfare of people at work. Every company
What are the causes of behaviour that challenges?
Practitioners in different settings, such as nurseries, schools, care homes, GP surgeries, after school clubs and child care will all
Moving and handling in the care sector – Legislation to look out for
When working in the care sector, moving and handling is often a considerable part of your job. Here we will
Quiz: Are you up to date with your allergens knowledge?
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Bacteria and viruses that can cause food poisoning
Food poisoning is a general term that we use when someone consumes food or drink that makes them ill. But
Designated safeguard lead role
Every organisation has a named person for the designated safeguard lead and this was specified in the Children Act 2004.
What is a clean as you go policy?
The clean as you go policy is standard working practice throughout industry and is especially important in the retail, hospitality
How to manage positive mental health in hospitality
Working in hospitality is a challenging profession that requires a unique skill set and a special sort of mental focus.
Don’t ignore men’s mental health
It is time we start supporting men's mental health more. In 2018, the UK male suicide rate of 17.2 deaths
How can you support a child facing mental health problems?
This blog will explore how you can help and support a young child that is struggling with their mental health.
Quiz: Test your knowledge on Schizophrenia
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Quiz: Test your knowledge on anxiety
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When miscommunication leads to work issues
With more and more of us working remotely, our dependency on messaging systems and online communication is higher than ever.
Employer guide to work related stress
Work related stress is the major cause of absence and sickness in Britain. According to a report published by the
Quiz: Test your knowledge on Postnatal Depression
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How to keep your productivity up while you are working from home
Working from home can sound like an easy option but for the many thousands of people now in lockdown because
Quiz: Are you up to date with your COSHH knowledge?
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Quiz: Test your knowledge on asbestos
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Quiz: Test your knowledge on autism
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Quiz: Test your knowledge on administering medication
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How to prepare for the early stages of recruitment
For companies wanting to recruit safer it is important for them to take the time researching the best ways to do
Preparing to recruit
The five step process ACAS (The Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service) recommends that organisations apply the first step of a
What are the types of PPE?
Personal protective equipment (PPE) refers to all equipment (e.g. devices, appliances and associated accessories) that is worn by an individual,
What support is available for people living with dementia?
For someone living with dementia, it is important that they get access to the support available for them, this in
What is discrimination?
A general definition of discrimination refers to be as being unfair or unjust treatment of people because they possess certain
What is the key legislation that surrounds slips trips and falls?
Ensuring the health and safety of employees, and others, is not only moral and makes good business sense, it is
Person centered approaches to dementia
When you are caring for someone with dementia to know how to support them the best way possible, a person
Why is it so important to complete DBS checks?
A Disclosure and Barring Service check, better known as a DBS check is a process that is crucially important for
Why is it important to have up-to-date Food Hygiene training?
Food hygiene standards are crucial for anybody who works with food as part of their job. It ensures that the
