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
Employers should be using new cost-effective technology and techniques to prevent workers suffering permanent and disabling hearing damage from exposure to loud noise at work.
By Peter Wilson, INVC on 08 February 2021
When purchasing portable ladders it’s vital to check the equipment has been independently certified to meet the new BS EN 131 standard.
By Francis Camilleri, Chairman, Ladder Association Technical Committee on 01 March 2021
Unmanned drones could avoid the risk to life posed by using helicopters to carry out maintenance inspections of offshore wind farms. But much larger and more powerful models will need to be developed and approved for use to cope with the strong winds.
By Robert Garbett, Founder, Drone Major Group Ltd, and Chairman, Drone Delivery Group on 01 March 2021
There is a tremendous wealth of evidence supporting the importance of wellbeing in the workplace, and with Covid-19 continually reshaping how we work and where we work – with significant impact on employee wellbeing – we are seeing accelerated trends in workplace wellbeing.
By Stephen Haynes, Mates in Mind on 09 February 2021
Personal noise dosimeters and sound level meters can provide a picture of noise exposure and sources within a workplace.
By Tim Turney on 09 February 2021
Vibration from hand-held power tools can cause permanent damage to the hands, wrists and arms that makes it difficult to even tie the buttons of a shirt.
By Mary Cameron on 08 February 2021
Disabled people can make a huge contribution to the success of a business, so it makes sense for employers to step up their efforts to recruit, retain and develop them.
By Diane Lightfoot on 20 January 2021
HSE's chief executive Sarah Albon speaks to Safety Management about helping the country get through Covid, and other challenges.
By Belinda Liversedge on 19 January 2021
Is it time for the public to take back safety?
By Matthew Holder on 07 December 2020
What does whistleblowing in a pandemic look like? UK whistleblowing charity Protect analysed calls to its Advice Line from whistleblowers to find out.
By Andrew Pepper-Parsons is Head of policy at Protect on 07 December 2020
