In a recent case, an employer was found responsible for the death of one of their employees after he’d worked four 17-hour days back-to-back. What could this decision mean for you?
Published 06.11.2006
You’re thinking about implementing a shift system for the first time. With statistics showing that an accident is twice as likely at the end of a long shift, what factors should you bear in mind?
Published 12.09.2005
One of your members of staff has just told you that they’ve taken a second job in the evenings. They said it’s only bar work and won’t interfere with their day job. Should you be concerned? If so,
can you do anything about it?
Published 22.05.2006
There has been further research into the long-term health conditions suffered by night workers. What are the findings?
Published 26.04.2019
A global study has confirmed that working very long hours is linked to life-shortening illness, with it being a contributor to 745,000 deaths from stroke and heart disease in one year. What’s the
full story?
Published 08.06.2021
Recent information published by the HSE implies a change of position on the subject of night working and breast cancer. So what’s the latest on this subject and what action should you be taking, if
any?
Published 31.01.2014
You’ve noticed that some staff are not taking the breaks they’re entitled to. Initially, you thought this was good for business. However, concerns have been raised that this may lead to accidents and
ill-health. What’s to know?
Published 09.02.2009
Your workplace has a culture of staff taking work home, being contactable at all hours of the day and turning up to work even when they’re not well. Could this have a negative impact on health or
even be illegal?
Published 26.04.2019
An increasing number of staff are asking to work flexibly. However, you can see potential health and safety implications in allowing it. What, if any, are the issues and how can they be overcome?
Published 26.03.2007