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What are My Health & Safety Responsibilities as an Employer When Using Agency Workers?

What are My Health & Safety Responsibilities as an Employer When Using Agency Workers?

There are many valid reasons for a business to use temporary staff hired from an agency such as seasonal workload increase, maternity cover, long term absence cover, as well as temporary vacancy cover with the possibility of a permanent contract, should the person suit the role as a permanent member of the team. In my […]

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Accident Investigation in the Workplace

Accident Investigation in the Workplace

Providing a safe place work by way of risk control measures to prevent accidents is the utmost priority for all employers, however accidents and incidents still do occur, which is generally due to the risk control measures being inadequate. In this short article, we will explain why investigating accidents that occur in the workplace is […]

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Controlling Risk in Confined Spaces

Controlling Risk in Confined Spaces

Earlier this year Father of 3 Kevin Holding unfortunately died after he was crushed by a street pop up toilet whilst working underneath it. Emergency services were called to the scene in Central London on the 27th of January but unfortunately Mr Holding was declared dead at the scene. Over 2 hours passed before they […]

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How to Handle and Store Gas Cylinders Safely

How to Handle and Store Gas Cylinders Safely

Know Your Stores of Gas Gas cylinders are integral to many industries, from manufacturing and construction to healthcare and research. The cylinders are constructed to store and transport a range of compressed gases such as oxygen, nitrogen and acetylene. While these cylinders are essential for many operations, they can pose a significant health and safety […]

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Is your Business Affected by LOLER and PUWER?

Is your Business Affected by LOLER and PUWER?

As H&S Consultants, we often visit Motor Vehicle Repair (MVR) premises which have particular dangers that require employers to minimise the risks to health and safety. MVR premises use a wide range of work equipment that is invaluable to the business. In this article we will try and highlight effective guidance on how you can […]

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Vacuum Cleaners in the Workplace (Health & Safety)

Vacuum Cleaners in the Workplace (Health & Safety)

Health and Safety is important in any workplace irrespective of industry type or sector, this of course includes keeping the workplace clean and as dust free as possible. Dust can be harmful to health mainly through inhalation but can also be dangerous in terms of fire and explosion risk. The risk normally occurs when a […]

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Evacuation Chairs: Ensuring Safe Emergency Evacuations for All

Evacuation Chairs: Ensuring Safe Emergency Evacuations for All

According to data from the Labour Force and Annual Population surveys produced by the Office for National Statistics (ONS), there were 4.9m disabled people in employment in the UK from July to September 2022, accounting for roughly 15% of the UK workforce during the period. With such a significant portion of the UK workforce comprised […]

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Do You Need Automatic External Defibrillators in the Workplace? And What You Need to Consider

Do You Need Automatic External Defibrillators in the Workplace? And What You Need to Consider

An automated external defibrillator is used to help those experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. It is a sophisticated, easy to use medical device that can analyse the heart’s rhythm and if necessary, deliver an electrical shock or defibrillation to help the heart re-establish an effective rhythm. By using a defibrillator before an ambulance arrives, you can […]

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