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The Office of the Rail Regulator has published its first-ever health and safety report, offering an industry-wide analysis of activities and results across the rail sector.

A quarry worker escaped with minor injuries after the 30-tonne wheel-loader vehicle he was driving overturned and slid 16 feet down a sand stockpile.

The cancellation of the Building Schools for the Future (BSF) Programme could increase the risk of children, teachers and support staff being exposed to asbestos, TUC union officials have warned.

Poll - Professional accreditation

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With thousands of students getting ready to embark on temporary jobs during their summer holidays, Phil Grace reminds businesses of the importance of identifying and managing the additional risks associated with employing young seasonal workers.

 
 

Exploring the hazards nurses face and the challenges on the horizon, Kim Sunley concludes that a focus on the health and well-being of health-care staff will reap benefits for patients.

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New guidance on how to manage the health risks related to metal-working fluids has been published online by EEF, the manufacturers’ organisation.

A delegate on an EEF Training safety course has achieved the highest mark in the NEBOSH health and safety diploma.

Draeger Safety UK Limited has won the national process innovation award at the 2010 Manufacturing Excellence Awards.

A number of businesses that have invested in workplace safety have been recognised at an awards ceremony hosted by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health.

3M has acquired non-woven disposable protective clothing company Dailys Ltd.

 
 
 
 
 
 


I honestly do not know what the fuss is about. Asbestos in good condition left undistrubed will not present any problems. This story should not be about the asbestos but should be more about the...

Looks like H&S being used to prevent a not very loud or dangerous instrument. Mine is a light flared plastic tube similar in weight and density to the plastic toys sold at funfairs for children to hit...

Finally someone that talks sense, well done Mr Paul. The HSE should focus their resources on serious incidents. Not wasting time and funds on chasing some company that doesn't have insurance. The HSE...

Where multiple lifts are provided it would quite feasible to use lifts in the compartments away from the seat of the fire. I have responsibility for several nursing homes at one of these we have three...

You're about as sharp as a cushion Razor!! It appears the Service was in breach of the DDA by refusing to make a simple workplace change to accommodate someone with back problems. He obviously felt...

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