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
Recruitment is a part of every business. For companies wanting to recruit safer it is important for them to take the
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?
It is important that you know the key legislation around slips, trips and falls, if you work in health and
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
What injuries can occur from incorrect moving and handling?
Moving and handling can cause serious injuries to people. An estimated 581,000 workers were reported to have sustained an injury
What are the different types of asbestos?
There is more than one type of asbestos. You could be forgiven for assuming that asbestos was a thing of
How to use moving and handling equipment safely?
Almost every one of us will experience moving and handling in the workplace at some time. Whether your role involves
How to organise meetings
The meeting planner To effectively plan and organise meetings for multiple employees, businesses or clients you need to use a
What does an Environmental Health Officer (EHO) do?
You’ve probably heard of an Environmental Health Officer (EHO) before. The chances are, you’ve even seen the results of their
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Quiz: Test your knowledge on Needles and Sharps
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What are the different types of bipolar?
According to the NHS 1 in every 100 people will be diagnosed with bipolar at some point in their life.
Different types of leaders
What is a leader? Leadership comes in different forms. A leader is someone who provides an example for others to
Quiz: Test your knowledge on Mental Health
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Signs and Symptoms of Autism
It might be argued that to point out some indicators that autism is present in a child is subjecting them
How to keep employees motivated and help them develop
It is important for managers to keep employees motivated and help them develop in their role. There are so many
Why is ladder safety so important?
Ladder safety is something that anyone working at height should have a basic knowledge of. One of the most common
Quiz: Test your knowledge on DSE
It is important to be up to date with your knowledge on DSE, so that you and others around you can be in a safe working environment. Have a go at our quiz and see if your knowledge is up to date!
Quiz: Test your knowledge on Depression
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Quiz: Test your knowledge on Manual Handling
It is important to be up to date with your knowledge on manual handling, to be able to help yourself and others around you. Have a go at our quiz and see if your knowledge is up to date!
What foods can be reheated?
What foods can be reheated? Including meat, bread, pasta & more, we look at various foods and if they can be reheated from a fridge.
Quiz: Test your knowledge on Infection Control
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Quiz: Are you up to date with your GDPR knowledge?
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Customer profile: Where Next
Customer profile: Where Next Established in 1984, Where Next is a local charity that offers work experience, life skills and
Quiz: Test your knowledge on Ladder Safety
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What are the key principles of GDPR?
GDPR is something that all companies need to have clear knowledge on. The Data Protection Act 2018 sets out the
What are the risk factors for developing postnatal depression?
There are many possible risk factors for developing postnatal depression. Some women will be exposed to more than one, which
Reporting and recording safeguarding concerns
Disclosure is the process by which a child will let someone know that abuse is taking place. This may not
How you should be sitting at a desk
Tips on supporting your back and sitting correctly at a desk. Are you sitting in the right way to reduce stress on your lower back and spine?
What are the different types of working at height equipment?
Working at height can be a dangerous job if procedures aren't followed. For people who work at height, it is
What can you cook from frozen?
What foods can you cook from frozen? Including meat, bread, pasta & more, we look at various foods and if they can be cooked from frozen.
Warehouse health and safety tips
Do you spend time in a warehouse as part of your job? If so then there’s a chance you could
What does asbestos do to you?
For many who aren’t in the know, asbestos may seem like a thing of the past. However, despite the mineral
Quiz: Which fire extinguisher should I use?
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Types of fire extinguishers
Find out about the different types of fire extinguishers and the various fires they should be used on with our handy infographic.
The types of fire extinguishers
Fire classification Fires can be placed into different classes depending on what material is burning. This classification then gives us
What to do if you suspect your child may have ADHD
Around 11% of children up to the age of 18 and 2% of adults over 18 worldwide might fall within
When should I renew my Food Hygiene certificate?
It is essential that everyone who works around food should have a up to date food hygiene certificate. This blog
Types of infections and how to stop them from spreading
Infection control is something that everyone who works in care should know about, without following the steps of infection control,
Legislation and policies that surround safeguarding children
If you work with, or around, children in any capacity safeguarding must be at the forefront of your practice. Safeguarding
How we make our courses
Learn about how we make our awesome online CPD courses and how we build the best learning experience for your learning experience.
What is cross contamination?
Cross contamination is the transfer of bacteria from contaminated foods (usually raw) to ready to eat foods by either direct
What can cause anxiety?
According to Anxiety UK more than 1 in 10 people are likely to have ‘disabling anxiety disorder’. Having anxiety can
Getting help for mental health problems
Mental health is when an individual suffers effects to their psychological and mental well-being. It affects how they think, feel
The different ways of administering medication
There are different ways which medication can be administrated, some methods can only be administrated by a person who has
Avoiding cross contamination
It is important to follow steps to avoid cross contamination. Often people think that if they cook meat it will
Signs and symptoms of depression
Depression is a major disorder that is thought to affect approximately 1 in every 10 people within the United Kingdom
What types of abuse can children experience?
There are more than one types of abuse that children can suffer and it is important to know the signs,
Reporting RIDDOR accidents
Click here to see our updated blog post It is a legal requirement to report certain accidents, injuries, deaths and
What is a high risk food?
High risk food that isn't handled and used properly is the main reason for food poisoning. Around 500 people a
What can cause work related stress?
In 2017/2018 there were 595,000 workers suffering from work-related stress, depression or anxiety and it is estimated around 23.9 working days
Who should make a RIDDOR report?
In every company where RIDDOR reports could be made there needs to be a set responsible person, it is the
The 14 Food Allergens
Food businesses in the UK have been required since December 2014 to be aware of 14 prescribed allergens in their
What is COSHH?
What does COSSH stand for? COSHH stands for the Control Of Substances Hazardous to Health and this refers to a
What is an eating disorder?
An eating disorder is a mental illness, which means that an individual will have a very complex relationship with food
The causes of Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a very serious mental illness where individuals are unable to differentiate between reality and imagination. It is the
What are the requirements of DSE?
DSE stands for Display Screen Equipment, it is used in the majority of workplaces, it is important to follow precautions
How to spot the signs of radicalisation
How does radicalisation take place? Any individual, any age, gender, socio-economic status, or religious belief could be vulnerable to radicalisation
How to make a RIDDOR report
It is the responsible persons duty to make a RIDDOR report, this includes either an employer, self-employed person and people
What is RIDDOR?
RIDDOR stands for the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations. These Regulations apply in England, Scotland, Wales and
Quiz: Test your knowledge on Dementia Awareness
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