Research suggests many managers would be reluctant to hire someone who experiences migraine due to fears they may regularly be absent from work, but simple and low-cost workplace adjustments are often all that is required to support people with migraine to continue to be fully productive.
By Andrea Quinn, The Migraine Trust on 01 June 2026
Taking action to support employee mental health can bring benefits both for workers and the employer. But it can also save lives.
By Sam Downie, Mates in Mind on 01 June 2026
Seven months after its launch, thousands of organisations have downloaded BS 30480, the British Standard on Suicide and the Workplace from BSI. But how do they now move confidently from awareness to action?
By Caroline Roodhouse, Daddy Blackbird Communications on 01 June 2026
A global incident reporting system for powered access equipment provides crucial insight on the main causes of accidents – and how to avoid them.
By Brian Parker on 15 February 2022
The design standards for mobile access towers have been updated to make them even safer, so you should now select towers that meet the revised standards when buying new ones.
By Don Aers on 14 February 2022
Almost 30 years ago, I was descending a ladder when my life changed with devastating consequences.
By Jason Anker MBE Anker & Marsh / Proud2bSafe on 07 February 2022
Well-designed weight management programmes can help employees living with obesity to manage their weight more effectively and continue to make a vital contribution at work, but it’s crucial they do not stigmatise and alienate the very people they are designed to support.
By Dr Zofia Bajorek on 13 December 2021
Poor quality sleep can affect both our physical and psychological wellbeing, but simple lifestyle changes can make a big difference.
By Marcus Herbert, British Safety Council on 01 December 2021
I will tell anyone who cares to listen that winter 2020/2021 was a historic moment in British social and economic history. British business became, for the first time ever, my public health hero.
By Kevin Bampton, British Occupational Hygiene Society on 01 December 2021
Forklifts can pose a serious risk to nearby workers, highlighting the importance of adequate segregation, appropriate training and regular monitoring.
By Stuart Taylor, managing director, Mentor FLT Training on 10 November 2021
When hiring workplace transport equipment operators like forklift drivers, it’s vital to know how to check the validity of their training certificates.
By Adam Smith, AITT on 01 November 2021
Under Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidelines employers must ensure that lifting equipment – such as forklifts, telehandlers and reach trucks – can be used safely and without risk of injury.
By Geoff Martin on 27 October 2021
Safety Management catches up with Peter McGettrick as he joins the British Safety Council as its new chair. We find out about his priorities for the organisation, what challenges lie ahead and the work he’s most looking forward to doing.
By Belinda Liversedge on 20 October 2021
