Although you might assume that dermatitis is nothing more than an annoying or uncomfortable rash, a recent case has proved otherwise. How serious can this condition be and how can you prevent staff
from suffering with it?
Published 22.10.2009
In May, protestors handed in a petition to the Department of Health, demanding better diagnosis and treatment of Lyme disease. What is it, and is there an occupational risk?
Published 06.06.2013
UNISON recently commissioned a survey to identify the potential health problems associated with the use and transportation of laptops. What were the findings and what should you be doing to minimise
the risks?
Published 24.09.2007
If you provide sleeping accommodation, you should be aware that bed bugs are becoming an increasingly common problem. How will you know if your premises has them and, if so, what should be your
response?
Published 19.01.2012
One of your employees has requested a “netbook” instead of a normal size laptop. Apparently, it does the same job, but is lighter and easier to carry around. But does its size create other safety
issues you need to deal with?
Published 03.12.2009
Although a laptop computer isn’t the most dangerous piece of kit, there are risks associated with its use. So to ensure you’ve managed everything accordingly, why not use our new risk assessment and
checklist?
Published 10.09.2010
A new guidance leaflet on oxygen has just been published. What kinds of danger have been highlighted and what should you do if you use oxygen in the workplace?
Published 15.03.2013
Your IT man has informed you that he intends to purchase laptops instead of desktop PCs in future. He says that it will allow your staff to work flexibly for minimal extra cost. But are there safety
issues as a result of his decision?
Published 29.01.2007
You’ve heard that the HSE has finally set a minimum temperature of 16°C for all workplaces. Is this really the case and, if so, does this mean that staff shouldn’t work in environments that are too
cold?
Published 31.01.2012