Britain’s best and worst drivers revealed
A study of more than a million motorists has shed light on the driving habits of the British public, revealing the best and worst drivers on the roads.
Could rail system revolutionise worker safety?
The Institute of Transport Research and Development has today unveiled a new system designed to increase the safety of workers within construction sites and warehouses.
Study reveals sick leave cost UK businesses £1.1billion in 2015
Over half (58%) of health-obsessed Brits cover up symptoms from their doctors, confusing health professionals and take more sick days than the rest of the population, according to a new study.
HSE initiative focuses on health
On 29 February, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) outlined a new health and safety system strategy with the aim of helping Great Britain work well.
Inspirational managers may harm workers’ health
Managers who inspire their staff to perform above and beyond the call of duty may actually harm their employees’ health over time, according to researchers from the University of East Anglia (UEA).
Workplace accidents and illnesses cause victims over a million days off work each year
A study by National Accident Helpline has lifted the lid on the extensive impact on employee health and wellbeing from workplace accidents and work-related illness.
World Day for Safety and Health at Work tackles the challenge of workplace stress
This year’s World Day for Safety and Health at Work, on Thursday 28th April, focuses on the challenge of workplace stress. Positive Response, which helps businesses protect staff from verbal abuse and physical threat, urges organisationsto remember that aggressive behaviour, violence and crime can be a major contributor to stress and unhappiness at work for front-line staff.
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