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Who should you commission to carry out your surveys for asbestos?
There are many companies that provide consultancy and surveying services, sometimes at what initially appears to be at low cost. However, before commissioning an organisation to undertake such work it is important to consider the risks:Are you confident that the organisation has the technicalcompetence to undertake the work in question?
National Fire Risk Assessors Register
We are delighted to announce that Rob Anderson has now been accepted on the National Fire Risk Assessors Register… Background In the aftermath of the tragic Grenfell Tower fire, a compelling need emerged to reinforce fire safety measures nationwide. This urgent call to action led the Institute of Fire Safety
Public consultations on RIDDOR and CLAW regulations launched
HSE has recently launched 2 public consultations relevant to those working in construction. Both consultations invite stakeholder views on proposed changes to key health and safety regulations. Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR) consultation Relevant across all sectors, including construction, this consultation covers the reporting of
Biological Hazards at Work
What biological agents are A biological agent is a micro-organism that may cause infection, allergy, toxicity or other hazard to human health. Biological agents at work that can cause infections and disease to employees include: Some biological agents are referred to as zoonotic. These are naturally carried by animals but,
Residential PEEPS now in effect
Residential Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans, known as Residential PEEPs, are coming into effect.
RIDDOR: Consultation launched
RIDDOR: Consultation launched A consultation has been launched on The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR). The consultation is now open for comments. HSE has launched a consultation on The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR). The consultation seeks stakeholder views on a range of
Asbestos – it’s still a problem that needs managing
Asbestos: know your building, know your duty This Global Asbestos Awareness Week (1 to 7 April) HSE is calling on businesses, building managers and tradespeople across Great Britain to make sure they’re compliant with law – providing practical support and guidance to help. Facing the consequences: Two companies and site
Fire Safety Snips
PROSECUTIONS FIRMS FINED FOR FIRE SAFETY FAILINGS A Huddersfield business has been fined £160,000 for failing to comply with an enforcement notice issued after a number of unsafe practices were identified at its premises. West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) successfully prosecuted Hellfire Entertainment after initially issuing the notice
Homeworking HSE Guidance
As an employer, you have the same health and safety responsibilities for people working at home as for any other worker.
New job, new workers…
A new year often sparks job changes. Fresh starts bring energy and ambition – but they also come with a hidden risk.
IFSM launch the Fire Risk Assessors Register – check your assessor is on the register
Rob Anderson @ Complisafe is now on the register to give further confidence to our customers. www.nfrar.co.uk
HSE News on Stress
Understanding the impact of stress at work HSE’s Working Minds campaign has launched a new webpage to help employers recognise how work-related stress develops and why prevention matters. It reinforces the importance of good work design and explains the impact stress can have on: To understand the risks of stress
Businesses urged to check waste bins after fatal incident involving rough sleeper
Businesses and waste operators are being reminded of the importance of checking commercial waste bins, particularly during winter, following a fatal incident in which a man seeking shelter was killed after entering a recycling container. In May 2024, 36-year-old Vitalij Maceljuch climbed into a cardboard recycling bin behind a kitchen
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Slips, trips and falls…causes and prevention
Slips Slip and trip accidents happen for a number of reasons. The following model will help you understand the factors that can contribute to slip accidents and the action to take to prevent them. It is called the slip potential model. One or more of these factors may play a
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