articleYour questions answered by The British Safety Council
THE BRITISH Safety Council answers your questions on health, safety and wellbeing.
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newsEmployers unprepared for menopause compliance deadline
A POLL of 276 HR, health and safety and compliance professionals has found that just under a third (29%) of organisations have committed to publishing a menopause action plan in 2026 or 2027, while most remain uncertain or unprepared.
newsMillions UK workers suffer from second-hand stress
NEW ANALYSIS reveals that millions of UK employees are struggling with their own mental health due to those around them exhibiting stress, depression, or anxiety.
newsSOM warns precarious work harming mental health
THE SOCIETY of Occupational Medicine (SOM) warns that gig economy and zero-hours workers are at heightened risk of mental ill health due to the constant struggle to make ends meet, often compounded by poor training and support, workplace isolation and unsociable hours.
newsThree million days lost to mental ill-health in 2026
THE 19 FEBRUARY marked the point at which three million working days were lost to mental ill-health in 2026. In response to this escalating challenge, Simplyhealth is announcing a £3 million partnership with three leading UK mental health charities: The Mental Health Foundation, Mental Health First Aid England, and Mental Health Innovations, the charity behind the Shout crisis text service.
newsWorking while sick raises construction site risk, study finds
NEW RESEARCH from workplace health specialists Lime Health reveals that more than four in ten construction workers report making more errors when working while unwell, raising significant safety concerns across one of the UK’s most hazardous industries.
productCommon workplace hazards that lead to avoidable injuries
WORKPLACES IN the UK have a legal obligation to uphold the highest possible levels of health and safety. This includes following guidelines as set out by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and the law, including any bespoke regulations for high-risk sectors like construction, and carrying out tailored risk assessments to identify specific problems that must be addressed.
newsPrevention over perks, urges IOSH
THE INSTITUTION of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) has issued a stark warning to employers: stop papering over cracks with wellbeing perks and start confronting the root causes of harm affecting workforces.
newsBOHS guidance targets diesel exhaust cancer risks at work
NEW BOHS guidance highlights the need to control cancer risks arising from Diesel Engine Exhaust Emissions at work.
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AI is everywhere — but where does it genuinely add value for EHS teams? This webinar cuts through the hype to focus on practical, low-risk applications of AI that support everyday EHS work without replacing professional judgement
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