Occupational hazards – October
A recent survey has found that workers are often working additional hours without pay. Ruth Wilkinson looks at some of the hidden downsides that are often hidden in the small print of employment contracts.
In the spotlight with Ralph Lewis
This month we put the spotlight on Lion’s Ralph Lewis to hear how he joined the family company straight from school and has risen through the ranks at Scotland’s premium workplace supplier.
Fit for the future
Simon Ash shares insights into the impact of high-quality PPE footwear on extending healthy working life expectancy through mitigating musculoskeletal disorders.
The evolution of health and safety
The Health and Safety at Work Act etc 1974 celebrates its 50th birthday this year. But health and safety as a concept and a practice has evolved so much more than the original legislators could ever have imagined during those five decades. In this article, Carla Crocombe looks back – and considers the future.
Sound solution
Noise induced hearing loss is permanent, but it can be prevented. Stuart Marshall provides advice on how to ensure hearing protection is fit for purpose.
Evacuating everyone
Claire Blakemore discusses how innovative evacuation solutions, supported by certified training and annual maintenance, can ensure the safe evacuation of everyone in an emergency.
Celebrating success!
Winners of the SGUK Innovation Awards were announced at a ceremony on 19 September 2024.
Legal spotlight – November 2024
New anti-terrorism legislation is set to impose significant new obligations to protect against terrorism on those responsible for sports stadia, concert venues, universities and other public premises where people congregate. Kevin Bridges provides an insight.
Ahead of the curve
THE BRITISH Safety Industry Federation will be at HSM Live Scotland on November 27 2024 and the team will be on hand to tell you about its Pilot Scheme.
CEO’s desk
Alan Murray provides an update on the Product Regulation and Metrology Bill and what this means for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
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