SAFE SYSTEMS OF WORK - 01.07.2024
Openreach fined £1.3m following death of engineer
A telephone engineer drowned while trying to repair phone lines across a river. What went wrong and what lessons can you learn from this case to prevent a similar occurrence?
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MENTAL HEALTH - 01.07.2024
Are EAPs cost-effective?
With mental health issues rising, the need for an employee assistance programme (EAP) is becoming a necessity, not a luxury. But are they cost-effective?
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LIFTING EQUIPMENT - 01.07.2024
The crucial role of lift maintenance
Lifts are an integral part of modern buildings, but the safe operation of them hinges on regular maintenance to safeguard users, minimise downtime and comply with stringent regulatory requirements. What’s to know?
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MENTAL HEALTH - 17.06.2024
Mental health No.1 priority
IOSH survey. IOSH wanted to gauge members’ views on what should be at the forefront of political leaders’ minds in the build-up to the UK General Election on 4 July 2024. Members were given a list of topics and asked to pick what their three priorities would be from them. Top of the list was mental health at work at 38.16% of members. ...
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MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS - 17.06.2024
Issues with prolonged kneeling
Kneeling is a common yet often overlooked practice that can lead to health problems, including absenteeism. What can you do to reduce the risk of lower limb disorders (LLDs) in your workplace?
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PPE - 17.06.2024
What is face fit testing?
If your staff work with dusts and other chemicals that put them at risk of ill health through inhalation, you may provide them with PPE. However, it’s also important to ensure that they are wearing it correctly, so how do you achieve this?
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