According to the HSE, workers are most likely to have an accident during their first six months at a new workplace. Why is this?
Published 21.06.2011
The HSE has issued a safety warning that bad habits associated with using platform lifts are putting lives at risk. What do you need to know if you have one of these commonly used lifts on your
premises?
Published 14.09.2012
The HSE has stated that they will be paying close attention to the correct use of quick hitches (used to connect attachments to excavators). What will inspectors want to see if they inspect your
site?
Published 08.10.2007
If you want to make the occasional patch repair with isocyanate-based spray paints, you need to put in place a few simple precautions. What does the latest official guidance recommend?
Published 12.03.2014
You’ve heard that it won’t be long before certain paint strippers will become illegal. What types of product are affected and what will it mean for businesses which supply or use them?
Published 15.05.2012
A Hampshire company has been prosecuted and fined by the HSE following a serious accident at its premises, which occurred during an office move. What can be learned from this case?
Published 05.03.2012
A recent case has proved that an individual doesn’t have to fall far to suffer serious injuries. How did this accident happen, and what steps do you need to take to prevent a similar one?
Published 01.03.2010
The HSE recently prosecuted three companies for their involvement in a serious manual handling accident. How did it happen and how can you avoid a similar incident on your premises?
Published 16.12.2010
The HSE has recently issued a safety alert concerning the safe use of certain grounds maintenance equipment. Why has it been published and what can be learned from it?
Published 06.05.2010
If you use tower scaffolds, staff need to be properly trained in how to erect and dismantle them. However, it seems that some training firms are faking membership of PASMA to generate more business.
Should this worry you?
Published 16.01.2013