How technology is helping to create inclusive workplaces
Figures from the charity Scope show that there are there are currently 3.4 million disabled workers in the UK. Companies have a legal obligation to make ‘reasonable adjustments’ for employees who have a disability – though some are going further by actively creating accessible workplaces with the latest safety technology, explains Joanne Turner, group head of marketing at people management specialist Tensatorâ.
Survey highlights worrying lack of basics
A nationwide poll and ‘Health and Safety Theory’ test by safety barrier manufacturer, A-Safe, has revealed a worrying lack of health and safety knowledge in the workplace.
Safety & Health Expo 2017 returns to ExCeL London
Safety & Health Expo returns to London ExCeL on the 20-22 June 2017, providing visitors with the chance to see health and safety associations, manufacturers, distributors, consultants and renowned experts. HSM discovers what’s on offer.
Support builds rapidly for dhf initiative, ‘Gate Safety Week’
With the dhf (Door & Hardware Federation) initiative, ‘Gate Safety Week’ now less than six months away, leading UK organisations have been quick to offer their support to the on-going safety campaign.
Are UK businesses breaking basic health and safety laws?
Almost two thirds of UK businesses are failing to meet basic health and safety laws and are putting their employees in danger, according to new research.
Grenfell Tower blaze: Group forewarned of “catastrophic event”
A large fire in a 24 floor residential tower block has resulted in six confirmed fatalities and 50 casualties.
Grenfell Tower fire: IOSH calls for vigilance
The Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) has issued a statement in response to the fire at the Grenfell Tower block in north Kensington, west London, on 14 June.
Safety locked up
Safe isolation specialist, Martindale Electric has launched its latest range of comprehensive lock out kits, which have been designed to suit the needs of installers and maintenance teams working in a range of environments.
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