Occasionally contractors need to carry out on-site maintenance in a confined space. A colleague has suggested that you manage the safety risks by issuing a confined space permit. What is this and how
does it work?
Published 05.07.2004
Several of your staff operate workplace vehicles as part of their job. However, the recent hot weather has led to complaints from the drivers about excessive temperatures. What steps can you take to
improve matters?
Published 05.07.2004
Although people generally devote a lot of attention to their web pages’ layout, the typefaces used are often a stumbling block. Which typefaces do you choose and how do you ensure that they are
displayed well on all of your visitors’ screens?
Published 02.07.2004
You’ve probably collected dozens, or hundreds, of favourites (bookmarks) already. Inevitably, they will contain many “duplicate” and “dead” links. How can you clean your bookmarks efficiently?
Published 02.07.2004
The UK is in the middle of a debt bonanza. Are Internet credit cards a way of saving you money? We check the facts.
Published 02.07.2004
We mostly hear about international news via large sites such as BBC or CNN. However, what if you want a local view on the news, or local news throughout the world? We went looking for “local” news
sources in English.
Published 02.07.2004
You’ll probably be taking loads of snapshots during the holidays, which you’ll need to store and organise on your computer. If you’re not satisfied with the software that you get with your camera,
why not try an alternative?
Published 02.07.2004
So-called Internet security suites are “all-in-one” packages promising overall security: firewall, virus scanner, anti-spam, privacy control, etc. Which package offers the most effective protection?
Published 02.07.2004
The summer holidays beckon. Now where can you find practical and independent information about your holiday destination just before you leave?
Published 02.07.2004
The Economist says it’s one of the world’s fastest growing businesses. Cherie Blair uses it to buy toys for Leo. It’s eBay… Ready for the plunge?
Published 02.07.2004