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BlogSafeguarding

What is the Children Act 2004?

The Children Act 2004 was introduced to supplement existing child protection laws. It…
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BlogH&S

What Is Contractor Management?

Contractor management refers to the systems and controls used to ensure contractors working…
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BlogH&S

LOTOTO – Why You Need to Upgrade Your LOTO System to LOTOTO

Every day, countless workers engage with machinery, equipment, and processes that carry risks.…
Ventilation in Commercial Kitchens
BlogFood

Ventilation in Commercial Kitchens: What the Law Says

Ventilation in commercial kitchens is essential. Cooking food at scale generates heat, steam,…
Types of Fraud
BlogHR Compliance

8 Types of Fraud Employers Must Recognise

Even with strong policies in place, every organisation is vulnerable to fraud. Risks…
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BlogManual Handling

What is the Hierarchy of Manual Handling?

Under UK health and safety legislation, employers are obligated to protect their employees’…
Stress Bucket - for Better Mental Health
BlogMental Health

Stress Bucket – a Tool for Better Mental Health

You need stress. Everyone does. The right amount of stress (and the hormone…
14 Allergens
BlogFood

14 Allergens: A Guide for Food Workers

Food allergies can cause reactions ranging from mild symptoms to life-threatening anaphylaxis. In…
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BlogFire Safety

Intermittent Fire Alarm: What Should You Do?

Fire alarms should be straightforward: hear the sound, evacuate the building. But what…
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BlogMental Health

International Stress Awareness Week 2025

It’s International Stress Awareness Week 2025. Every year, this global event draws attention…
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BlogBuilding Safety

Building Safety Act Gateways Explained

The Building Safety Act (BSA) introduced a new system designed to make high-rise…
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BlogWorking at Height

Fall from Height – the Leading Cause of Workplace Death

Falls from height are the leading cause of workplace deaths in the UK.…
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