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Don’t turn a blind eye to safety

SAFETY IS a top concern within the construction industry, but while we often focus on things like hard hats and steel-toe boots, eye protection doesn’t always get the attention it deserves, says Dona Mclafferty.

Sound advice

NOISE INDUCED hearing loss is permanent, but it can be prevented. Stuart Marshall provides advice on how to ensure your hearing protection is sound.

Data shows decline of workplace injuries while mental health rises

AS IT has been 50 years since the introduction of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Horizon Platforms look at its impact on health and safety across the UK, alongside the impact of subsequent laws passed since.

The human factor

HUMAN BEHAVIOUR is the biggest challenge health and safety leaders face, says Derya Sousa.

Get behind No Falls Week

WE ALL want a future free from falls – so let’s get behind No Falls Weeks, urges Phil Pinnington.

Firefighting and dermal poisoning

David Lamb looks at whether firefighters have adequate protection from the risks they face.

Managing psychological stress in the workplace

SINCE THE Factories Act of 1833, the physical health and safety of workers has been an ever-increasing priority for every UK industry. But when we clock in at the start of our workday, it’s not just our physical health that’s at risk. Marshel Rozario explains how to approach setting up a system to help manage psychological stress in the workplace.