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Asbestos

The compelling case for mandatory UKAS accreditation in asbestos surveying

With recent HSE research concluding that asbestos site surveys from UKAS-accredited companies and surveyors consistently deliver higher quality results than their non-accredited counterparts, the time has arrived for the Government and HSE to introduce mandatory UKAS accreditation for all organisations providing asbestos surveying services.

By Robert Southall, Asbestos Testing and Consultancy Association (ATaC) on 02 September 2025

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Why it’s time for a new national asbestos strategy

A group of asbestos management organisations have developed a methodology that can more accurately identify the location and condition of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs). It presents the information in simple form so building owners have a better understanding of the risk the ACMs pose. The move would also allow asbestos removal strategies to be targeted at buildings with the riskiest ACMs and the most vulnerable occupants.

By Campaign team, Asbestos Information CIC on 01 September 2025

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For better or reverse

This July, HSE prosecuted two cases in which two workers were killed by reversing HGVs. They shared striking similarities.

By Belinda Liversedge on 01 September 2025

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    Alcohol and the workplace – the hidden threat to employee wellbeing

    Starting conversations at work about the health risks posed by excessive alcohol consumption can bring benefits – not just for the wellbeing of employees but the organisation’s productivity and safety standards.

    By Jane Gardiner, Alcohol Change UK on 02 December 2022

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    Examine the examiner

    Materials handling equipment like forklifts must undergo a regular Thorough Examination to ensure its safety, but it’s vital to check the person carrying out the inspection has the necessary skills, knowledge and competence.

    By Geoff Martin, CFTS on 28 November 2022

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    Forklift safety: combating complacency is key

    People operating or working near forklift trucks can quickly become complacent about the dangers they pose, making it essential that managers and supervisors know how to spot, communicate and rectify bad practice.

    By Stuart Taylor, Mentor FLT Training on 24 November 2022

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    How better use of driver data can cut risks and save lives

    New technologies, and the data generated by them, can make a big difference to cutting risks associated with drivers’ performance.

    By Nigel Lawrence, Applied Driving Techniques on 07 November 2022

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    Out in the cold: what’s happened to our older workers?

    Workplaces can be champions of age diversity. Sharing experience, time and – until latterly, space, with others is a great recipe for forging friendships across all ages.

    By on 02 November 2022

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    Artificial intelligence playing ever-greater role in cutting road risks

    Artificial intelligence is increasingly being used to reduce risks on the road, not only to the driver but also other road users, especially vulnerable ones.

    By Richard Kent, VisionTrack on 02 November 2022

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    Workplace transport: keep your standards high

    Choosing an accredited provider of materials handling equipment operator training can reap benefits in terms of safer drivers and workplaces.

    By Liam Knight, AITT on 01 November 2022

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    Forklift safety: getting better by design

    Designers of electric forklift trucks are continuously innovating in a bid to make the equipment safer to operate.

    By Ben Haseley, Red Diamond Distribution on 01 November 2022

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    Breathe more easily

    Breathing in silica dust during tasks like cutting and sanding concrete, rock and stone can cause debilitating and often fatal lung diseases – making it vital employers prevent or reduce exposure.

    By Craig Lewis, Institute of Occupational Medicine (IOM) on 18 October 2022

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    Don’t fall short on slips and trips

    Slips, trips and falls are some of the most common causes of injury at work, but there are practical ways of preventing them.

    By Emma Marrison, Arco on 12 October 2022

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