Introduction When questioned, I think most people would say that it’s the employer’s job to make sure everyone gets home safe at the end of the day. But it’s not just on them. Under the 1974 Health and Safety at Work Act, the responsibility extends to managers, business … [Read more...] about Who is Responsible for Health & Safety in the Workplace?
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What Is a Risk Assessment?
Introduction “No risk, no reward” sounds great in theory, but let’s face it, there are some risks that your company would not want to take: those that endanger your staff and the general public. In this particular case, the risk definitely isn’t worth taking and you’d be … [Read more...] about What Is a Risk Assessment?
How to Conduct a Training Needs Analysis to Improve Health and Safety Outcomes
Introduction to Training Needs Analysis Nobody wants to create ineffective training, especially when it comes to training that should improve health and safety outcomes. A careful Training needs analysis (TNA) can go a long way to helping avoid such an issue. According to … [Read more...] about How to Conduct a Training Needs Analysis to Improve Health and Safety Outcomes
NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma vs ProQual Level 6 NVQ Diploma
A comparison of the NEBOSH level 6 National Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Professionals and the ProQual Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Practice. RRC International have just launched the ProQual qualification so I thought this was an … [Read more...] about NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma vs ProQual Level 6 NVQ Diploma
The Role of Mental Health in Workplace Safety
Mental health and workplace safety are inextricably linked, but it hasn't always gotten the attention it deserves. Back in 1833, the Factories Act started ensuring workers in the UK were physically safe and healthy. But it's only been in more recent years that the discussion … [Read more...] about The Role of Mental Health in Workplace Safety