A new Memorandum of Understanding between the Chief Coroner and the HSE
September 23, 2019
Sarah Valentine, goes through the new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been agreed between HSE and the Chief Coroner of England and Wales. Read More
Environmental compliance and reform on the horizon
July 26, 2019
Eversheds Sutherland flags a number of upcoming environmental law changes and compliance deadlines for 2019. A wide range of businesses will be affected by some, if not all, of these changes, meaning planning ahead is essential to ensure compliance. Read More
Heatwave: ‘Employers should evaluate working environment in their thermal comfort risk assessment’
July 23, 2019
How businesses should 'beat the heat' during heatwaves. During most seasons in the UK, it’s hard to imagine heat stress being a real danger. Read More
Can technology make the workplace safer? 10 ways to introduce risk free tech
April 12, 2019
The introduction of technology driven solutions into the manufacturing industry has seen a drop in reported cases of workplace injuries and occupational diseases. Read More
International Safety Awards 2019: Winners announced
April 10, 2019
The British Safety Council and Mates in Mind celebrate exceptional commitment to workplace health, safety and wellbeing at annual awards ceremony. Read More
Environment Agency publishes response to the Compliance Classification Scheme guidance consultation
January 31, 2019
Earlier this month, the Environment Agency published its response to replies received from permitted site operators, Trade Associations and Non-Governmental Organisations following an external consultation into the operation and application of the Compliance Classification Scheme ('CCS') Guidance. Read More
Maximising your mitigation, part 2
December 17, 2018
Eversheds Sutherland EHS Partner and Solicitor-Advocate Paul Verrico returns in to consider the ‘steps taken voluntarily to remedy a problem’ and whether a company’s reputation assists it in demonstrating a good health and safety record. Read More
Maximising your mitigation
November 28, 2018
Eversheds Sutherland EHS Partner and Solicitor-Advocate Paul Verrico considers the actions which a duty-holder can take following a serious incident in which failings have been identified, to influence the size of penalty imposed upon it. Read More
Road safety: Compliance in the spotlight for transport operators
October 29, 2018
A look at the obligation on road transport operators to notify the Office of the Traffic Commissioner (OTC) of any changes or events which may affect repute Read More
COSHH: Managing hazardous substances and the legal implications
October 22, 2018
Moyna Merrison, Director of COSHH specialists Alcumus, highlights three of the most common mistakes businesses make. Read More
