INSURANCE - 23.04.2024
Is annual review of your system necessary?
Annual review. Your insurer has stated in its terms and conditions that you “must” complete an annual review of your health and safety documentation. Is this a legal requirement and what would happen if you didn’t comply with their terms? Breaking terms and conditions. Whilst it is a legal requirement to hold valid employers’ liability insurance cover, there’s no legal requirement to complete an annual review. However, be wary about ignoring the request as doing so could invalidate your insurance cover. Tip. Contact your insurance provider if you’re unsure who or what is covered as well as what actions you’ll need to take to comply with the terms and conditions. ...
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FIRST AID - 14.02.2024
Is your first aid box outdated and tired?
First aid kits are an important item for any workplace be it static or mobile, such as in a vehicle. Why is it important to regularly check the contents of your kit and how often should you update it?
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ACCIDENTS - 13.12.2023
20% of tradespeople injured breaking rules
Rule breakers. New research from Direct Line business insurance reveals almost one in five tradespeople have been injured as a result of breaking health and safety rules on site. The scale of health and safety breaches is concerning, with 46% of tradespeople admitting they do not always take the required precautions when conducting work. ...
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WORKPLACE ACCIDENTS - 13.12.2023
Workplace accident statistics released
The latest statistics on work-related accidents and ill health reveal trends in workplace safety. What are the key takeaways for your business?
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WORKPLACE - 04.12.2023
Funfair fined after child’s trampoline death
An operations manager at a funfair company has been jailed for six months after a three-year-old girl died on a Norfolk beach. What happened and what can you learn from this tragedy?
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CONSTRUCTION - 19.10.2023
Do you have RAAC?
Reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) has hit the headlines this summer, with mass closures of public buildings without notice. Should you be taking action to mitigate the risks of RAAC at your own premises?
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