A third of outdoor workers don’t apply sun cream, new research has found
July 4, 2023
New research into attitudes towards UV protection at work revealed that one third of outdoor workers never apply sun protection cream on the job. Read More
Extreme heat: What are my rights at work?
July 18, 2022
Employers must make sure indoor workplaces remain at a reasonable temperature and manage the risk of working outdoors in hot environments, according to the Health and Safety Executive. Read More
Workers urged to keep their cool during hot weather
July 14, 2022
Workers are being urged to take simple steps to ensure they stay cool and don’t suffer from heat stress while working during hot weather. Read More
Oak processionary moths: How to protect workers during spring and summer
May 27, 2022
Andrzej Palka looks at how PPE plays a primary role in preventing human contact with the caterpillars, thus protecting workers from harm. Read More
How to stand out safely this winter
December 21, 2021
Arco advises on managing workers comfort in winter, while also sharing guidance on being safe and seen when working outdoors during the months ahead. Read More
Impact of climate change on workers’ health and safety
November 9, 2021
With COP26 in full swing, SHP looks at how the effects of climate change are seeping into the workplace, and what businesses can do to safeguard staff. Read More
‘Outdoor workers are exposed to 15% more pollution than the average Londoner’
February 7, 2020
A report carried out by Kings College London has highlighted the health risks of living near busy roads in the UK. Read More
Raising awareness of UV protection
July 23, 2019
UV protection should be a vital part of employees’ PPE, especially as we move into the hottest months of the year. The employer’s duty of care extends to this; here SC Johnson Professional expand on the risks and what can be done to raise awareness. Read More
Keeping construction workers protected this summer
July 8, 2019
Recent survey results showed that where employers provided sun protection cream, employees used it more frequently, demonstrating the importance of employers providing sun protection for outdoor workers. Read More
Construction workers warned of skin cancer risks
March 27, 2019
Construction workers’ desire for a sun tan in the summer could be putting them at increased risk of developing skin cancer, according to new research. Read More
