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Good lighting at work is essential for safety, productivity and overall wellbeing. It enables staff to see hazards quickly and reduces the risk of accidents, while poor lighting can have a range of negative effects. Inadequate or poorly maintained lighting often leads to increased slips, trips and falls, and it can also cause eyestrain, headaches […]

Redundancies are never easy… They affect not just the individuals at risk, but also the wider workforce and the culture of an organisation. For employers, getting the process right is essential — both to stay compliant with employment law and to protect the reputation and morale of the business. We know it is tough for […]

Working in confined spaces presents one of the most serious occupational hazards in the UK. Confined spaces, such as tanks, silos, sewers, and underground chambers, can pose significant risks including asphyxiation, toxic exposure, engulfment, and fire or explosion. According to HSE statistics, incidents in confined spaces, although less frequent than general workplace accidents, are often […]

The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations are one of the most significant pieces of health and safety legislation. They place a legal duty on employers to protect employees and others from the risks posed by hazardous substances. These regulations apply across almost every industry, from manufacturing and laboratories, to schools, offices, catering, […]

Employers have a legal duty under the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981 to provide adequate and appropriate first aid arrangements for their workforce. This includes ensuring that employees have access to suitably trained first aiders. The Regulations apply to all workplaces regardless of size, which means including those with fewer than five employees and […]

With the UK experiencing increasingly warmer summers, the risks of heat stress and heat stroke have become serious health and safety concerns. For employers, especially those with outdoor or physically demanding roles, it is essential to understand these risks and take preventive action in line with legislation and HSE guidance. This article provides guidance to […]

With the summer holiday season in full swing, it’s a good time to remind both employers and employees of the key rules surrounding annual leave requests, employer rights, and best practice for managing holiday entitlement in line with UK employment law. Requesting Annual Leave Employees should request holidays in line with their contract or company […]

Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) involves regularly checking electrical items to ensure they are safe for continued use. This includes everything from kettles and microwaves to chargers, vacuum cleaners, and IT equipment. PAT is not just about compliance—it’s about protecting people. Regular inspections, especially in high-use or high-risk environments, can prevent injuries and help your business […]