As the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 turns 50 on 31 July, the world of work, both now and in the future, looks markedly different to when this ground-breaking piece of legislation was enacted. Yet, the Act has stood the test of time and its principles remain as relevant now as they did in the summer of ’74 – unlike some of the haircuts from that time.
By Kerry Reals on 27 June 2024
Lithium-ion batteries used to power equipment such as e-bikes and electric vehicles are increasingly linked to serious fires in workplaces and residential buildings, so it’s essential those in charge of such environments assess and control the risks.
By Matt Humby, Firechief® Global on 28 June 2024
Those responsible for workplaces, public buildings and multi-occupied residential premises have a variety of duties aimed at protecting the occupants from fire, and good communication with those at risk is crucial to ensuring the dangers are properly managed.
By Phil Jones, William Martin on 27 June 2024
New developments in safety helmet technology are helping to protect workers from traumatic brain injuries.
By Chris Tidy on 13 April 2021
Ultraviolet light is a highly effective way of disinfecting equipment and surfaces to help control the spread of the coronavirus in buildings.
By Jarek Salek on 13 April 2021
National Grid Metering’s gas engineers are empowered to stop work at any point on safety grounds, helping the company achieve a full year without a single lost-time injury.
By Chris Cleveland on 13 April 2021
Many people will be affected by musculoskeletal problems during their working life, but there are simple steps employers can take to help them to remain in work, therefore retaining valuable members of staff.
By Karen Walker-Bone on 13 April 2021
A thorough cleaning regime is vital to reduce the spread of Covid-19 as businesses begin to reopen.
By Shaun Doak on 13 April 2021
Smartcard technology is making it easier for construction site managers to check workers have the right qualifications, training and skills to work safely and in a competent manner, says Alan O’Neile.
By Alan O’Neile on 23 March 2021
Aluminium scaffold towers can provide safe access to awkward high areas, but it’s essential they are only designed, assembled and dismantled by qualified personnel.
By Don Aers on 22 March 2021
A new charity aims to prevent deadly falls from height by encouraging research into the behavioural changes needed to make work at height safer.
By Hannah Williams on 16 March 2021
It’s No Smoking day on 10 March. What can employers do to support workers to quit?
By on 08 March 2021
Since late March 2020, the Wellcome Sanger Institute has sequenced the genetic code of the Covid-19 virus as part of the COVID-19 Genomics UK (COG-UK) initiative. The data generated is helping public health bodies to track the spread of the virus and save lives.
By Belinda Liversedge on 08 March 2021
