What is Manual Handling? A Guide for Employers
No matter what type of work you do, the chances are that at some point it will involve manual handling. If they are performed incorrectly, manual handling tasks can easily…
How Many People Suffer from Slips, Trips and Falls at Work?
Have you ever wondered what one of the most common causes of workplace injuries in Great Britain is? Slips, trips and falls on the same level are consistently among the…
Who is Responsible for Enforcing Fire Safety Legislation?
You’ve followed the fire safety legislation. You’ve worked hard to make your building safe, compliant and hazard free. You’ve completed a thorough and detailed fire risk assessment. It’s ready for…
How to Maintain Confidentiality in Health and Social Care
We must trust that everything said to a doctor or a social worker will be held in the strictest confidence. Otherwise, we might not share important information about our health.…
Most Painful Mental Illness: Borderline Personality Disorder
Employers have a legal duty to provide mental health support for their employees. Recognising common mental health disorders will help keep your team safe if you run a business. It’s…
15 Common Construction Site Hazards
The construction industry is one of the most significant contributors to the UK economy. It’s also one of the most dangerous industries to work in. We hate to break the…
Why Communication Models Are Important in the Workplace
Do you understand what I’m saying? Am I getting through to you? Are we clear? Do you know what I mean? How often have you heard questions like these? How…
What is LOLER – Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998?
Lifting operations are performed daily in a wide range of workplaces, from healthcare facilities to warehouses and construction sites. When carried out incorrectly, lifting operations can cause serious injuries and…
A Comprehensive List of Construction Vehicles Used in UK
Look at any construction site and you’re sure to see massive heavy machinery at work. Backhoes, bulldozers, front loaders, cranes and graders all lumber about, moving vast amounts of dirt…
The 5 Principles of Mental Capacity Act
We all have the right to live our lives in the way that we choose. However, some people suffer from mental health conditions that can prevent them from making important…
