22 September ‘Recgonise it, report it’: Fire door safety week 2025 Fire doors are a fundamental component of fire protection in commercial, industrial and many residential and healthcare settings. Designed to contain the spread of fire and smoke, they provide vital time for safe evacuation and emergency response by preventing the spread of fire in an emergency. When is a fire door not a fire door? … Read More
18 September Understanding asbestos risks Asbestos was widely used in UK construction until its ban in 1999. If you work in or around buildings built or refurbished before 1999, you could be at risk. Understanding the dangers of asbestos is essential for protecting your own health, and the health of others around you. What is asbestos? Asbestos is a group … Read More
27 August Prosecution: Roofing company fined following fall from heights HSE case A Welsh-based company have been fined £40,000 after a roofer fell through an unguarded skylight. He sustained serious head trauma, broken ribs, a ruptured spleen and kidney damage, having profound long-term effects on his health. Following the incident, he now suffers with PTSD. The subsequent investigation by the HSE found that the company … Read More
20 August Asbestos: Raising mesothelioma awareness Despite its ban in 1999, the legacy of asbestos exposure continues to affect thousands on lives in the UK. Mesothelioma is a rare but aggressive cancer of the lining of the lungs almost exclusively caused by exposure to asbestos. Mesothelioma is a long-latency disease, taking anywhere from 15-60 years to develop after exposure to asbestos. … Read More
7 August Evacuation chairs: Fire safety planning In the event of an emergency, it is crucial that everyone, including those with disabilities, can safely evacuate a building. Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, employers and building managers in England and Wales are required to conduct a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment and identify appropriate emergency escape routes. This includes … Read More
29 July New Restrictions on AFFF Foam Extinguishers Do you have foam fire extinguishers on site? The rules have changed – are you still compliant? From 04 July 2025, the use of some foam extinguishers (AFFF containing C8 chemicals) have been banned due to environmental effects related to the presence of ‘forever chemicals’. Not all foam extinguishers are affected, but those containing PFOA … Read More
28 July Prosecution: Joiners fined for failing to protect workers The importance of understanding risks and keeping workers safe is highlighted in a recent breach of the Health and Safety at Work Act et Act 1974, in which wood dust and electrical risks were uncovered during a surprise inspection. Ensuring risk assessments are in place to identify hazards and ensure the control measures in place … Read More
1 April Understanding and Managing Asbestos Risks Why Managing Asbestos Risks is Important Asbestos remains a significant health risk, particularly in buildings constructed or refurbished before 2000. Despite its widespread use in the past, asbestos is now known to cause serious health issues, including lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis. Asbestos is still the biggest workplace killer in Britain, causing around 5,000 deaths … Read More
21 March Understanding Lithium Battery Safety Lithium- batteries have become an integral part of our daily lives both at home and within the workplace, powering everything from smartphones and laptops to electric vehicles including cars, bikes and scooters and renewable energy storage systems. Offering benefits like low maintenance, long lifespans, fast charging, and unlimited cycle life, lithium-ion batteries have become ubiquitous … Read More
27 February Leveraging Active Monitoring To Improve Safety Active monitoring can have an impactful, positive effect on health and safety in the workplace. It refers to the proactive process of regularly checking and inspecting work areas and activities to ensure compliance with health and safety standards. This approach is essential for maintaining a safe and productive work environment. What is Active Monitoring? Active … Read More