As a business that relies on Health and Safety consultants to ensure compliance and workplace safety, understanding the audit process and preparing for it is crucial. Regular audits help identify potential hazards, ensure legal compliance, and ultimately protect your business from costly incidents or penalties. This guide will walk you through the key elements of […]
ISO 45001 Overview ISO 45001 is an international standard that establishes a robust framework for managing occupational health and safety (OHS) risks. This standard provides organisations of all sizes with a systematic approach to improving their OHS performance and protecting workers. At the core of ISO 45001 is the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) methodology, which helps organisations […]
Following the Grenfell Tower tragedy and the subsequent review of building regulations and fire safety, the government has sought to improve standards through the Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA 2022) and associated secondary legislation. The 6 April 2024 was a key date for the BSA 2022, with various deadlines and transitional periods coming to an end. […]
This month we are looking into the health and safety requirements and provisions of swimming pools. Swimming pools come in many different shapes, sizes, depths and industries. These can include but are not limited to: *This article is not intended for private swimming pools in domestic premises that are not used for reward or hire, […]
In the bustling world of the modern workplace, ensuring the comfort and safety of employees is not just a matter of convenience but a legal requirement in the UK. The Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992, as amended by the Health and Safety (Miscellaneous Amendments) Regulations 2002, mandates employers to assess and reduce […]
Every year accidents involving pedestrians and workplace vehicles result in injury and tragically fatalities that could have been prevented with the right precautions. Recent data published by HSE shows that 135 workers were killed in work related accidents in the 2022/2023 reporting period and 15% of those fatalities were caused by being struck by moving […]
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 […]
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 […]
