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The environment in which we live and work is massively important to everyone in society - the ecosystem provides natural resources for all humans, and all other species, that are essential to our health, quality of life, and survival. This ecosystem plays a pivotal role in our lives, and can be easily impacted and damaged. Where possible, we should do everything we can to help preserve our ecosystem in [...]

We all know there are more costs associated with accidents in the workplace than meet the eye. In 2017-18, there were 609,000 injuries at work, with 70,116 RIDDOR reported accidents. A total of 31.2 million working days were lost due to workplace injuries and work-related illness, at a cost of £14.9 billion to the economy. Increase awareness in your workplace of the cost of accidents to individuals and society with our FREE Cost [...]

While we may be enjoying the Mediterranean-temperatures we have had lately, it's important to remember to stay safe in summer sun, especially when temperatures soar much higher than normal. The steps you can take to help keep you, and other employees safe, can differ depending on the type of work you do and the conditions of your work environment However, there are some basic steps that everyone can take, such [...]

Handheld or portable abrasive wheels, grinders, and cutting discs can be very dangerous, and are considered to be some of the most dangerous pieces of equipment in the workplace. 23% of all accidents involving abrasive wheels are due to the wrong wheel being fitted 29% of all accidents involving abrasive wheels are due to over-speeding 48% of all accidents involving abrasive wheels are due to operator error or unsafe systems [...]