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Clearly identifying roles and responsibilities Publication date: 05.04.2024
Article database » Management of health and safety » Health and safety policy
We’ve added a new matrix to support the “Organisation” section of your health and safety policy to make it clearer how responsibilities are allocated and what roles individual staff should take. How is it set out?
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Brief staff on the dangers lurking underground Publication date: 05.04.2024
Article database » Safety briefing » Safety briefing
There are many hazards to be considered when excavating, e.g. striking underground utilities. Almost every instance of a strike incurs significant expense, and incidents damaging gas or electric lines can pose a serious danger to individuals. Use our new safety briefing to make your staff aware of the risk.
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Commonly used tools and equipment Publication date: 05.04.2024
Article database » Machinery and electrical hand tools » Machinery safety
Commonly used tools and equipment..Q. Where staff commonly use equipment at home, e.g. lawnmowers, drills, etc. they have told me that they do not need instruction in how to use them in the workplace. Is this true? A. It sounds like they are trying to pull the wool over your eyes. The same standards apply to any type of machinery and equipment provided...
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Manual handling in an office environment Publication date: 05.04.2024
Article database » Office safety » Manual handling risk assessment
Manual handling in an office environment..Q. Our company is comprised of purely office-based workers. Is there still a requirement to risk assess every task that may involve manual handling and how much training should we give staff? A. The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 only require you to risk assess significant risks. Whilst office work...
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Safe use of petrol-driven lawnmowers Publication date: 05.04.2024
Article database » Machinery and electrical hand tools » Machinery safety
... document. We have amended our original document Safe System of Work - Use of a Petrol-driven Lawnmower to make some sections clearer, particularly highlighting which PPE should be worn when undertaking the task. The document. The procedure is divided into five sections. The first is an introduction to the task being performed and notes the equipment...
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Stop your manual handling policy becoming stale Publication date: 05.04.2024
Article database » Management of health and safety » Manual handling policy
Whilst manual handling hazards haven’t changed much in recent times it can be tempting to forget to review your policy on this subject. We’ve updated ours to remind you that it is still a very real risk and if staff become complacent it could lead to lost time accidents. What’s in the update?
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Guide to developing a terrorist response plan Publication date: 05.04.2024
Article database » Management of health and safety » Health and safety management
With new legislation on the horizon, now is a good time to think about your preparedness for terrorist threats. Use our new guide to steer you through the considerations so that your response to a threat is efficient and effective, reducing the burden on your business and keeping your staff safe.
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Acting on environmental noise complaints Publication date: 05.04.2024
Article database » Noise reduction and control » Initial assessment
If you are receiving external complaints regarding noise emanating from your premises, use our updated assessment form to evidence your stance on the issue. What’s in the update?
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Chemicals which can damage the environment Publication date: 26.02.2024
Article database » Environmental management systems » Environmental management arrangements
Whilst most chemicals can cause harm to people, some may damage the environment if they are not managed correctly. Use our new form to compile a chemical register of those substances.
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Is there such a thing as HAVS PPE? Publication date: 26.02.2024
Article database » Machinery and electrical hand tools » Vibration tools procedure
Is there such a thing as HAVS PPE?..Q. We have recently purchased some vibrating machinery for daily use in our operations and have noticed specialist anti-vibration gloves being sold by suppliers. Are they effective in reducing the risk of hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS) or are they a gimmick and a waste of money? A. Although many PPE manufacturers...
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