For sectors that experience predictable, seasonal peaks in trade – retail, hospitality and transport, for example – recruiting temporary staff is often the most efficient way to handle the extra workload. But with such a short tenure, how much training and onboarding is … [Read more...] about 5 Health and Safety Tips for Onboarding Temporary Workers
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Building Safety Act UK Only
The Grenfell Tower inquiry rumbles on and has yet to be concluded, but the government is taking action to address some key safety issues which have arisen as a result. I would love to say that these are simple, they are unfortunately rather complicated and are being implemented … [Read more...] about Building Safety Act UK Only
Welcome to University! Embarking on your NEBOSH Diploma Journey – Part 1
As I write this for our new (and continuing) students I’m also thinking of my daughter who is starting her first year of her degree at University. And it made me think – what can I do to advise someone studying for a higher level (level 6 and above) qualification. I’m also … [Read more...] about Welcome to University! Embarking on your NEBOSH Diploma Journey – Part 1
Approaching Answering NEBOSH Open Book Exam (OBE) Questions
Introduction I think Benjamin Franklin once wrote something along the lines of death and taxes are inevitable in life, well for a lot of us so are exams! Many exams these days are ‘open book’ in format meaning that you can use sources of references such as the internet or … [Read more...] about Approaching Answering NEBOSH Open Book Exam (OBE) Questions
NEBOSH Health and Safety Management for Construction Risk Assessment – Tips for your Success
How much do you know about ladders? No, really, how much do you know about ladders? I am thinking about the NEBOSH risk assessment question on the construction exam paper. It is usually right near the end of the paper, the penultimate question most likely question 9 or … [Read more...] about NEBOSH Health and Safety Management for Construction Risk Assessment – Tips for your Success