newsNew industrial era will impact safety
SOUTHALLS CEO John Southall says the so-called fourth industrial revolution could have a significant impact on the health, safety and productivity of the workplace.
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newsPreparation key when managing fatal incidents
SPEAKING AT Health and Safety, Alex Hudson, solicitor from Pinsent Masons told delegates that having a process in place for dealing with a fatal or major incident is essential. “As with all things in health and safety, planning and preparation is key.” Hudson urged.
newsOfficers set to use body-worn cameras
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE Council will be providing its community safety and traffic and parking officers with new body cameras.
newsIkea fined following accident investigation
IKEA HAS been fined following an accident investigation at its Bristol branch. The company pleaded guilty on 3 October 2018 to one offence under health and safety laws.
newsReduce drivers’ air pollution exposure
COULD SWITCHING to low-emission taxi cabs potentially halve exposure to toxic exhaust pollutants? According to findings from new research, London black cab drivers experience twice as much exposure to air pollution at the wheel compared to outside of work, but their choice of vehicle can make a very significant difference.
newsConviction after children injured at rail depot
DB CARGO (UK) Ltd has been convicted after a four-week trial of one offence under the Health and Safety at Work etc Act, following a prosecution by the Office of Rail and Road (ORR).
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