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Following the Grenfell Tower fire in 2017, Dame Judith Hackitt oversaw the inquiry that discovered safety negligence within the construction industry. In this guide, we’ll look at what the Building Safety Act covers, who it applies to, and how to ensure safety risks are managed correctly throughout your construction projects.
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All bird keepers should consider biosecurity and hygiene standards when it comes to their poultry. With the right practices and prevention, you’ll be able to protect your flock from serious diseases – like bird flu. Now, let’s look at how to prevent bird flu and stop it spreading within your premises:
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As of 2024, the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) has announced that Great Britain is no longer free from highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) – commonly known as ‘bird flu’. In this guide, we’ll look at what bird flu is, what the signs are, and how to prevent and even stop this infectious disease from spreading throughout your poultry.
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The dangers of carbon monoxide shouldn’t be ignored. The HSE states around seven people die annually from carbon monoxide poisoning, which can occur in ordinary places of work. In this guide, we’ll look at what carbon monoxide is, who’s at risk of exposure, and how to protect your people from this lethal emission.
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No matter what business industry you’re in, you’ll most likely own equipment that emits carbon monoxide (CO). Employers have a legal duty of care to manage the serious risks related to carbon monoxide emissions found in your workplace. Let’s take a look at how to conduct a carbon monoxide risk assessment for your workplace.
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In this guide, we’ll look at what road haulage is, what common risks are involved, and how to promote safe working standards for your haulage staff.
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Cheshire East Council has been fined for failing to ensure the health and safety of a man who was struck and killed by a falling tree.
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A Surrey school trust has been fined after an incident that saw a pupil’s finger amputated.
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An incident on a house renovation site has paralysed a man from the chest down, after he fell through a ceiling.
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Following a string of fires linked to faulty e-bike batteries, the Government launched their ‘Buy Safe, Be Safe’ campaign on 24 October.
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A legionella outbreak at a sheltered housing association in Birkenhead has resulted in a fine for the company that operates it.
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This caller had concerns about the safety risks of organising a firework display for their staff. So they asked Gavin Scarr Hall, Peninsula’s Health & Safety director for expert advice.
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Download our free workplace stress risk assessment template today and keep all your employees safe from harm.
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As a new business owner, you’re legally responsible for managing the Health & Safety in your company. Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, you must manage risks and keep your employees, customers, and visitors safe at all times.
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If you run a school, you have a legal requirement to carry out a school risk assessment. Once completed, a copy of the risk assessment should be made available to people who work in your school.
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If you run a salon, you have a legal requirement to carry out a salon risk assessment.
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If you run an office, you have a legal requirement to carry out an office risk assessment.
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If you run a care home, carrying out a risk assessment in construction is a legal requirement and as an employer, one must be conducted.