May 15, 2020
Professor Andrew Sharman explores how leadership communications influence not just the pace of work, but the urgency of worker safety and offers a new way for leaders to talk about production without creating a contest between safety and getting the job done. Read More
April 27, 2020
During these turbulent times, it has been sobering to see countries engage in the under-reporting of pandemic incidents, which is also a major problem in workplace safety. This provides a timely reminder that we need be better at giving people a voice in workplace safety to increase the number of reports. One avenue that holds promise is “Psychological Safety” which is a construct that addresses how “safe it is here for people to speak up without fear”. Read More
April 16, 2020
Positive Psychology (not to be confused with positive thinking) is the scientific study of human flourishing, and an applied approach to optimal functioning. It has also been defined as the study of the strengths and virtues that enable individuals, communities, and organisations to thrive. Read More
April 15, 2020
The prophetic words of Dylan are often used but: ‘the times they are changing’… particularly in the context of the environment and sustainability. Read More
April 9, 2020
After 20 years of Health and wellbeing at work surveys, the CIPD has reflected on what has changed – and what's stayed the same – over the years… Read More
April 7, 2020
It goes without saying that everyone should make time for health and safety. However, thinking about ‘time’ from different perspectives can improve our understanding about health and safety behaviours, and enable us to anticipate and keep pace with changes in the world of work. Read More
April 6, 2020
Whether your premises is an office, a warehouse, a shop, or anywhere, it is important to practice good safety in the workplace. Read More
March 30, 2020
The issue of EHS software is often post dated with the comment: 'do we really need it'. Like most applications, it isn’t a necessity, but it will make your life and the world of compliance much easier. Finding the right application, however, is the stumbling block for many. Read More
March 27, 2020
This April sees the introduction of more stringent requirements around 'day one' statements of employment particulars (including sick pay & benefit entitlements). Carl Laidler, Director of Wellbeing at Health Shield Friendly Society, argues that, in order to ensure compliance, trust, reputation, businesses need to ensure a culture of organisational wellbeing. Read More
March 26, 2020
The work of one of our leading thinkers, Patrick Hudson, has always fascinated me. I think his work on health, Read More