New research from Dräger suggests a significant proportion of workers feel increasingly afraid to speak up about safety problems at work, making it more important than ever that leaders create the psychological conditions that enable workers to report concerns, make suggestions and challenge the status quo without fear of rejection or retribution.
By Adam Pope, Draeger Safety UK on 30 July 2026
New Year’s resolutions get all the glory, but the quiet summer lull is secretly the best time for a reset. Before the September rush hits and work resumes at full speed, why not test out a few new skills? As part of our summer special, we look at how two evidence-based psychological tools can help safety professionals sharpen their communication, win over colleagues, and begin to drive lasting change.
By Belinda Liversedge on 30 July 2026
With scientists predicting the UK will in future face increasingly extreme and frequent heatwaves due to climate change, it is essential employers take practical action now to protect indoor and outdoor workers from the health impacts of high temperatures and humidity.
By Stephen Sandford, Casella on 28 July 2026
We are all too familiar with the impact and legacy issues resulting from the widespread use of asbestos in the UK.
By Colette Willoughby, National Organisation of Asbestos Consultants (NORAC) on 18 April 2022
Poor indoor air quality in workplaces and homes is a major risk to our health, making it essential we improve our scientific knowledge of the dangers of air pollutants like chemicals.
By Dr Julie Riggs on 12 April 2022
Gas detection systems provide vital early warning of the presence of dangerous gases in industrial environments, but it is crucial to select and use the right type.
By Simon Hopwood on 12 April 2022
Asbestos is killing more and more women every year. But evidence shows many still aren’t aware of the disease and how it can be acquired at work. This indicates they are more at risk.
By Belinda Liversedge on 04 April 2022
Some of the UK’s largest businesses and financial institutions must now report publicly on the risks and opportunities they face as a result of climate change.
By Dr Keith Whitehead on 01 April 2022
Sexual harassment can have a devastating impact on an employee’s wellbeing, but it can only be prevented through proactive action and culture change by employers.
By Alison Henderson, Fawcett Society on 29 March 2022
Poor conditions are forcing HGV drivers off the road. What do they want to see change?
By Belinda Liversedge on 23 March 2022
With people living longer lives, it is more important than ever that employers consider making adjustments to tap into the potential of older workers, such as offering flexible working to reflect caring responsibilities.
By Lily Parsey on 15 March 2021
Book review by Phil Pinnington CMIOSH, Audit and consultancy manager at the British Safety Council
By on 15 March 2022
Professor Tim Marsh will be speaking at the SHW Live exhibition in Manchester in May on ‘Enabling Individual and Organisational Thriving’, and has written the following for Safety Management on the importance of wellbeing to our safety at work.
By Tim Marsh on 07 March 2022
