blogFirefighting and dermal poisoning
David Lamb looks at whether firefighters have adequate protection from the risks they face.
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newsReport calls for greater collective support
THE ROYAL Society for Public Health has published a new report calling for greater collective support for the millions of people in the UK’s Wider Public Health Workforce that are positively contributing to the nation’s health.
newsSicker workforce dampens labour stats
THE UK labour market is returning to normal, but its workforce is sicker – and youth inactivity is highest on record.
newsNew data highlights toxic workplaces
NEW RESEARCH from Mental Health First Aid England, released to mark My Whole Self Day on 12 March 2024, reveals almost 1 in 3 employees (31%) have experienced at least one form of microaggression or discriminatory behaviour from their manager in the past six months.
newsRetail violence claims could cost £53M
VIOLENT INCIDENTS in shops could cost the retail sector around £53million in personal injury claims from staff, according to insurance law experts at Forbes Solicitors.
newsCare home fined following death of vulnerable resident
A CARE home operator has been fined £400k for safety breaches, following the death of a vulnerable resident at a care home in Scotland.
newsSupport builds to protect construction workers’ mental health
THE CONSTRUCTION industry has stepped-up its efforts to combat work-related stress and promote good mental health by joining Great Britain’s workplace regulator campaign.
blogCelebrating women in construction
THIS WOMAN in Construction week, Ruth Devine shares her inspiration, motivation and aspirations for the industry.
newsInvestment in wellbeing is reducing absence
BRITAIN’S MANUFACTURERS have substantially increased their investment in the wellbeing of their staff over the last twelve months in a bid to tackle sickness absence and retain their skilled workforce.
podcastHealth and Safety Matters Podcast – Episode 36
EPISODE 36 of the Health and Safety Matters (HSM) podcast is now available and features an interview with David Bishop, the event director of the Health and Safety Event, who explains why the event is now a must-attend for any OSH professional.
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