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Managing Health and Safety in the Construction Industry

Managing Health and Safety in the Construction Industry

In April 2015, the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM) came into force. These regulations apply to all construction projects regardless of their size. Under CDM regs a Construction Phase Plan must be produced to manage health and safety throughout the whole of the project. This document should include key information to managing the hazards […]

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Site Inspections | New HSE Initiative for Waste & Recycling Sector

Site Inspections | New HSE Initiative for Waste & Recycling Sector

The HSE have recently announced that they will be visiting waste and recycling organisations throughout the country. The recycling and waste industry has one of the highest rates of workplace injuries and the HSE are proactively targeting their recycling sector site inspections to look at how health and safety can be improved to ensure the […]

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Christmas Decorations in the Workplace – Key Safety Tips

Christmas Decorations in the Workplace – Key Safety Tips

With that time of year almost upon us, the Safety Team at Wirehouse have put together some key tips about workplace Christmas decorations and keeping safe. By following simple safety precautions you can ensure that your employees enjoy the festive period and your business is protected from unwanted hazards. Putting up Workplace Christmas Decorations | […]

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Driving Licence Revocation on Medical Grounds up 50%

Driving Licence Revocation on Medical Grounds up 50%

Driving licence revocation by the DVLA on medical grounds has reached a five year peak last year with more than 73,000 drivers having their licences withdrawn – a 50 per cent increase compared to 2014. Research by car selling site Motorway.co.uk, which analysed DVLA data, found that alcohol was the main reason for driving licence […]

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Managing Safety in Schools | Essential Health and Safety Guidance

Managing Safety in Schools | Essential Health and Safety Guidance

Its essential for everyone working in the Education Sector to have effective measures in place when managing safety in schools. Not only to minimise the health and safety risks to children, but also for employees and school visitors. Need help with any specific health and safety issues in your school? With years of expertise in […]

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Health and Safety Legislation Changes October 2019 | Essential Guide

Health and Safety Legislation Changes October 2019 | Essential Guide

We understand that it’s not easy for businesses to keep up to date with changes in safety guidance and legislation. We review the key Health and Safety legislation changes for you including the changes to some safety legislation to prepare the UK for its imminent exit from the European Union. Health and Safety (Amendment) (EU […]

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HaSWA Section 7: Employees Responsibilities for Health and Safety At Work

HaSWA Section 7: Employees Responsibilities for Health and Safety At Work

We often hear about companies being prosecuted for breaching health and safety legislation, however, individual employees can also be prosecuted for breaching health and safety law. Employees duties for Health & Safety at work are covered under Section 7 of the Health & Safety at work act. Under Section 7 Employees must: (a) to take reasonable […]

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Unacceptable Rise in Forklift Truck Injuries Despite Stringent Legislation

Unacceptable Rise in Forklift Truck Injuries Despite Stringent Legislation

The number of serious injuries involving forklift trucks (FLT’s) has increased by almost a third in the last year, the number of injuries has risen from 1,000 to 1,300 in the last 12 months. These aren’t just minor matters, they are life-changing injuries involving crushed bones, amputations and deaths. Our Health and Safety blog provides […]

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