A roundup of key health and safety news, legal updates, and best practices from our monthly newsletter.
A London-based property developer has been fined more than £88,000 after a series of serious health and safety breaches were uncovered at a construction site in Dalston. Nofax Enterprises Limited was overseeing the construction of a four-storey residential building,...
April marks Stress Awareness Month, a vital reminder that managing stress in the workplace isn’t just a wellbeing initiative—it’s a legal responsibility. A widely accepted definition of stress, proposed by psychologist Richard S. Lazarus, defines it as: “A particular...
Vibration and noise are both forms of transmitted energy—and when workers are exposed to them for extended periods, serious health consequences can follow. One of the most common and debilitating conditions caused by regular use of handheld tools is Hand-Arm Vibration...
In the world of workplace safety, preventing injuries is about far more than ticking compliance boxes. It’s about understanding human behaviour and predicting how people are likely to act under pressure—especially when deadlines loom. Over recent weeks, I’ve observed...
Wood Manufacturer Fined Over £1 Million After Two Workers Injured A multinational wood-based product manufacturer, West Fraser (Europe) Ltd, has been fined more than £1 million following two serious workplace incidents at its Cowie plant in 2020. The company, formerly...
Company Fined After Worker Loses Three Fingers in Panel Saw Incident A Preventable Workplace Tragedy A construction industry supplier has been fined after an employee suffered a life-changing injury while operating a panel saw. The incident occurred at Pemberton...
Many businesses view health and safety laws as restrictive and complex, much like national speed limits—something people ignore until consequences arise. However, compliance is crucial, not just to avoid legal penalties but to protect workers and ensure business...
Wood is an everyday material, used widely in construction, manufacturing, and woodworking. Yet, many workers handle it with little awareness of the long-term health risks associated with wood dust exposure. Why Wood Dust is a Serious Health Hazard Regular activities...
Throughout 2024, health surveillance emerged as a recurring topic across various industries. As we continue into 2025, it’s an ideal time to revisit this critical aspect of workplace health and safety. Health surveillance plays a key role in early detection of...
Review, Plan, and Improve: Strengthen Your Health & Safety for 2025 As we step into 2025, it’s the perfect opportunity for businesses to reflect on the lessons learned over the past year and set the stage for meaningful improvements. Health and safety should be at...