Common Workplace Hazards


L’Oréal case study: From Manchester to Mumbai – the fundamental controls

In the first of three exclusive articles for SHPonline examining the components of L’Oréal’s award-winning health and safety system, we look at the fundamental controls mandated for the company’s sites around the world. Read More

Managing DSE remotely and trends in health problems post pandemic

SHP hears from Adam Clarke at Praxis42 on display screen equipment (DSE), possible health issues from the increase in remote working and steps for organisations to avoid this. Read More

HSE fatality figures show year on year increase – construction again most vulnerable

One hundred and thirty-five workers were killed in work-related incidents in Great Britain in the last year, according to HSE annual report. Read More

The future? Artificial Intelligence and safety

Is safety a good fit for AI? Graham Sharp at Stanley thinks so. Here he shares how the technology is changing the landscape. Read More

How safety wearables are changing injury prevention

Training employees about safety in ergonomics and movement can be challenging, even before considering the turnover rate. Participating in a course, having onsite reviews or regular check-ins can help, but much like ‘teaching a man to fish,’ how can proper behavior and activity become normalised? Read More

Electric forklift sounds alert study launched with hopes of increasing safety

An electric forklift sounds alert study has been launched in the UK to enhance safety in the construction industry. Read More

Legionella management: Back to basics (part 2)

SHP hears from Antony Paskin, a Senior Consultant at Water Hygiene Centre on his second article for Legionella Management, with a focus on log books, records & dealing with non-compliance. Read More

Rules of the road

Dr Karen McDonnell, RoSPA’s Occupational Health and Safety Policy Adviser and Head of RoSPA Scotland, offers a reminder on recent changes to road safety rules. Read More

‘I died twice’ – the story of a North Sea oil rig accident

‘I still feel like it happened to somebody else’, says James Ramsay ahead of his Safety & Health Expo ‘Survivor’s story’. Read More

‘We have global aspirations’: LEAP Scheme GM on his vision for a safer leisure sector

The 'only safety scheme' that certifies all types of leisure attractions is due to feature at Safety & Health Expo 2023. Read More


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