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What is the purpose of a PUWER risk assessment?
Discover why a PUWER risk assessment is essential for health, safety and legal compliance, and the steps to follow to conduct a risk assessment.
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What is the purpose of a PUWER risk assessment?
Discover why a PUWER risk assessment is essential for health, safety and legal compliance, and the steps to follow to …

Grievance procedure sample
Grievance procedure sample and accompanying letter templates that you can adapt to your organisation and processes …

Hand arm vibration syndrome symptoms – how to manage them
In this comprehensive guide we discuss hand arm vibration syndrome symptoms, causes, treatment, prevention and legal implications …

Top 10 office hazards you might be overlooking
Discover the top 10 office hazards you might be overlooking and to mitigate the risks for a safer and healthier …

How to prevent corporate fraud: strategies for businesses
Fraud is costs UK businesses around £190 billion a year. But how can organisations prevent fraud? Here we share effective …

How does the Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998 affect employers and employees?
Comprehensive guide to the Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998 and how it affects employees and employers …

How to apply the Care Act 2014 safeguarding framework in practice
Guide to the Care Act 2014 safeguarding adults framework, and how to apply principles in real-life to protect vulnerable people …

Guidance on the Modern Slavery Act 2015 Section 54
Essential guidance on compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015 Section 54 to help organisations combat modern slavery which affects …

How to conduct a grievance hearing and what happens
Read our guide on how to conduct a grievance hearing at work, including what happens and the set procedures for …

Legionella risk assessment for landlords
This comprehensive guide explains the essentials of a legionella risk assessment for landlords and how to control risks to protect …

How do the PPE at Work Regulations 1992 protect workplace safety?
Guide to everything you need to know about the PPE at Work Regulations 1992 and an employer’s and employee’s responsibilities …

How to drive in ice and snow: essential tips
Essential advice for how to drive in ice and snow, with invaluable tips to stay safe and answers to common …

What’s the psychology behind behaviour based safety?
Comprehensive guide exploring psychological theories underpinning behaviour-based safety and how to apply them in the workplace …

What are the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992?
Make sure you know your manual handling responsibilities with our expert guide to the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 …

What is a legionella risk assessment?
Control exposure to legionella bacteria which can cause Legionnaires’ disease in our guide to legionella risk assessments …

How to promote equality and diversity in the workplace
Guide on how to promote equality and diversity in the workplace, with practical strategies you can implement …

Why is equality and diversity in the workplace important?
Guide to fostering diversity and equality in the workplace to create opportunities for personal growth and drive your organisation’s success …

Health & safety induction checklist
Our health & safety induction checklist helps you ensure new employees and contractors understand your workplace safety measures …

Health and safety in catering and hospitality – what training is required?
Working within the hospitality industry? Read our guide on the importance of health and safety in the hospitality industry and …

8 common electrical hazards in the workplace
Concerned about electrical safety in the workplace? Read our guide to the most common electrical hazards and how to deal …

What is an F10 notification and when is it required?
Are you planning a construction project? We discuss what an HSE F10 notification is, when it is required, and the …

Does health and safety awareness reduce costs for businesses?
We explore how to improve health and safety in the workplace and why it is important for your employees and …

Noise exposure limits UK: How loud is too loud at work?
Understanding noise exposure limits UK standards is critical. In this comprehensive guide we explore how to manage noise risks to …

Is a working from home risk assessment important?
A working from home risk assessment supports employers to meet legal health and safety responsibilities. Includes a handy risk assessment …