27 January Weather readiness: Driving in poor weather conditions When the temperatures drop, the roads can become icy, making driving more dangerous. Ensuring your vehicle is prepared for cold weather can make the difference between a safe and a hazardous journey. As an employer, you must manage health and safety risks to workers who drive a vehicle on the road as part of their … Read More
17 December Meet the team: What inspires our health and safety consultants Following the 25th anniversary of LRB Consulting Ltd, we asked some of our consultants what motivated them to work in health and safety. At LRB Consulting Ltd, the team shares a passion for shaping a positive safety culture, going above and beyond to help others improve workplace safety. Read on to hear our consultant’s responses. … Read More
21 November Seasonal stress considerations in warehouse settings As Black Friday and the festive season approach, warehouse operatives face intense pressure to meet increased demand nationwide. High quotas, repetitive tasks, and cramped workspaces can quickly lead to stress, fatigue, and even injury. Addressing these challenges is important to maintaining wellbeing and fostering a positive health and safety culture. As part of National Stress … Read More
5 November Celebrating 25 years of LRB Consulting Ltd! Friday 07 November 2025 marks the 25-year anniversary of LRB Consulting Ltd. To mark the occasion, we spoke to our Director, Michael Ellerby to ask him about his health and safety journey, leading to this milestone. What inspired you to start your own health and safety consultancy? There were two complementary factors: some rigidity in … Read More
27 October Workplace noise: HSE find gaps in workplace protection Hearing loss caused by excessive noise at work can be permanent, but with the right health and safety measures, it is preventable. Some industries where noise exposure is commonly found include manufacturing, mechanics, construction and events settings. The Labor Force Survey from 2021/22 to 2023/24 estimated that the number of workers with work-related hearing problems … Read More
24 September Prosecution: Construction company fined after exposing workers to asbestos risks Asbestos was banned in 1999, however when construction works take place on older buildings, the presence of asbestos can pose an occupational hazard to workers. We recently highlighted the mesothelioma risks associated with asbestos, which are further evidenced in the HSE prosecution below. HSE prosecution In August 2025, a Manchester-based construction firm, A1 Property Maintenance … Read More
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
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