return to work
Workplaces urged to not ‘simply wait for government advice’
September 27, 2021
After a government adviser stated that working from home could help reduce a COVID outbreak this winter, IOSH says employers needn’t wait for national rules to change, if cases start rising sharply. Read More
in court
Company fined after putting lives at risk
September 26, 2021
The HSENI has prosecuted Envirogreen Polymers Limited for failing to adequately prevent access to the dangerous parts of a baler machine. Read More
return to work
How can employers minimise the risk of workplace accidents after furlough?
September 26, 2021
Bringing workers back from furlough is presenting employers everywhere with unique challenges and increased risks. Claire Price takes a closer look at what can employers do to mitigate these risks and reduce the potential for accidents? Read More
Return to Work
‘Most people worry about indoor air quality amidst the COVID-19 pandemic’, survey finds
September 25, 2021
A survey commissioned by Vaisala shows that people would feel safer with more data on indoor air quality. Read More
Grenfell
Grenfell Tower fire: No action over 2009 cladding warning, inquiry told
September 24, 2021
72 people were killed by the horrific fire that engulfed the Grenfell Tower block of flats in North Kensington, West London on Wednesday, 14 June 2017. Read More
in court
Contractor prosecuted after COVID spot check reveals multiple breaches
September 24, 2021
A construction contractor has been fined after multiple health and safety issues were identified during a proactive COVID-spot check. Read More
SHP top 5
SHP weekly top five
September 24, 2021
This week the articles most read on SHP have been: £1million fine following fatal explosion, Changes to fire safety laws in Scotland require all homeowners to have interlinked alarms The ongoing conundrum of the culture surrounding safety, The challenges that come with introducing site visits and Democratising health and safety – empowering your frontlines. Read More
National Eye Health Week
How construction bosses can protect employees’ eye health
September 23, 2021
Health and safety is even more important when you are busy and the number of people on site is increasing. With National Eye Health Week taking place between 20 and 26 September, now is a good time to draw attention to eye safety in your company. Read More
Building Safety
Building safety – A dangerous storm is brewing
September 23, 2021
Ian King, COO at Zeroignition, discusses essential fire safety considerations when converting the use of a building from commercial to residential. Read More
in court
Recycling company fined £200k for poor health and safety management
September 23, 2021
A waste and recycling company has been fined after HSE inspectors discovered widespread poor management of health and safety risks at a site. Read More
Event safety
SGSA stresses the importance of event safety management
September 23, 2021
SGSA has stressed that, for all individuals involved in the management, organisation or hosting of an event, whatever their role, the safety of all people present must take precedence over every other concern. Read More
Workplace Violence
Usdaw disappointed by government response to protection of shop workers law
September 22, 2021
Retail trade union Usdaw has said it is disappointed by the government's response to a report from a cross-party committee of MPs that recommended a new criminal offence to protect shop workers, following an upsurge in violence and abuse. Read More
