newsLuton Airport recognised for wellbeing commitment
LONDON LUTON Airport (LLA) has been announced by BSI as the first airport in the world to achieve certification for its efforts in supporting employees with their wellbeing at work.
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newsReport highlights worsening women’s workplace health crisis
A YEAR after issuing a critical call for change, the British Occupational Hygiene Society (BOHS), the Chartered Society for Worker Health Protection, is issuing an updated version of its analysis of the “UK’s Hidden Crisis in Women’s Workplace Health”.
newsNearly half of workplace harm goes unreported
A GLOBAL safety charity is calling for more regular, tailored health and safety training and better reporting tools after discovering that nearly one in five (18%) workers have experienced harm at work globally.
productShare your view on the challenges the sector is facing
THERE ARE a number of challenges you could be facing as a health and safety professional, from budget considerations and skills shortages, through to reliability of supply chain and sustainability goals. With rising pressure from these challenges and a rapidly evolving global economic landscape, it’s time to take the pulse of the industry to get under the skin of these issues.
articleOccupational 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.
articleFit 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.
articleYour questions answered – October 24
Each issue, British Safety Council uses this page to answer YOUR questions. Please send any problems, issues or general enquiries about health, safety and wellbeing to [email protected] and their experts will respond in future issues.
newsBusinesses urged to provide better menopause support
THE INSTITUTION of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) has renewed its call on employers to create supportive environments where people feel comfortable discussing menopause. Ahead of World Menopause Day (18 October 2024), IOSH is reminding bosses in the UK and some other countries that they have a legal obligation to support workers.
newsCompanies urged to prioritise mental health first aid
WORLD MENTAL Health Day was celebrated on 10 October and England’s leading first aid charity St John Ambulance joined global calls for organisations to prioritise mental health first aid in the workplace.
newsGovernment unveils significant reforms to employment rights
MINISTERS HAVE unveiled the Employment Rights Bill, introduced within 100 days of the new government coming to office, to help deliver economic security and growth to businesses, workers and communities across the UK.
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