Sitting at a computer workstation all day can place a lot of strain on your body, causing discomfort. Ergonomic kneeling chairs have been enduringly popular since the 1970s. Their posture enhancing properties can help with back and neck pain. But what are the benefits of kneeling chairs? We’ll examine how they work, and whether they […]
Equipment & Environment
Safe Working With Wood Waste, Noise Management
Too cold at work? Surely you can’t be expected to work in extremes of temperature in winter and summer? Many workers are unaware of what the legal maximum working temperatures might be in their workplace. In recent years, UK employees have been having to contend with increasingly extreme temperature ranges in the work environment. Summer […]
Accidents happen every day both at work and in your own home. A well stocked first aid box is essential, particularly in working environments where employers are legally obligated to provide adequate equipment. But what should be in a first aid kit to offer adequate equipment in case of an accident? In this article, we’ll […]
Warning signs and safety instructions have become a part of everyday life in recent times, especially in the workplace. The increase number of workplace health & safety signs and notices has coincided with more awareness around health and safety, and workplace accidents. Employers are legally required to display some health and safety signs. Others are […]
Every year, workers are killed or seriously injured in a wide range of occupations and industries as the result of working in confined spaces. Deaths and injuries are not just limited to the workers themselves either but also to those who have tried to rescue them. For this reason, it is crucial to provide the […]
Tools and equipment may be as simple as hammers or as complex as computers. Whatever they are, however, workers must use them safely and employers must reduce any risk in the workplace that tools and equipment pose. Safe Use of Equipment & Tools in the Workplace These risks posed by equipment and tools in the […]
Forklift safety is very important in busy workplaces such as warehouses and loading areas. You must have a strict set of rules and policies around the use of forklift trucks to ensure a safe working area. Our guide to using forklifts in the workplace highlights some basic health & safety steps that must be taken. […]
Wood dust at work poses two main dangers to health in the workplace. The first is that dust getting into the lungs can cause respiratory disease. The second is that wood dust is potentially explosive creating the potential for severe injuries and a fire safety risk in the workplace. Workplace Hazards of Wood Dust Exposure […]
Paying keen attention to catering health and safety is vitally important in a commercial kitchen. The fast paced environment has many hazards that should be indentifed via a risk assessment. Putting measures in place to ensure you are catering safely is a key part of the duty of care that all employers must fulfil. Our […]
The use of protective clothing at work is vital because it protects those wearing it against health and safety risks. Also known as personal protective equipment (PPE), it can protect against accidents and illness. Making sure the right working clothes are worn creates a safer working environment for all, and reduces chances of legal action. […]
