H&S Consultancy News & Updates
Effective Toolbox Talks: Engaging Workers in Safety
The UK construction industry has long been recognised for its complex challenges, dynamic work environments, and high-risk operations. With over 2.7 million people employed in the sector and a persistent...
Permit to Work Systems Explained: When Are They Needed on Construction Sites?
When it comes to ensuring health and safety on UK construction sites, few tools are as critical, or as misunderstood, as the Permit to Work (PTW) system. More than just...
A Beginner's Guide to RIDDOR for Construction Companies
Health and safety compliance is a cornerstone of responsible construction management in the UK. Among the essential regulations, the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR) stands...
Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 - The Ultimate Guide
The UK construction industry is a dynamic and essential sector, but it also carries inherent risks. To mitigate these, the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015) were introduced....
10 Common Workplace Hazards and How to Eliminate Them
Workplace health and safety isn’t just about compliance; t’s about protecting people. Every year, thousands of injuries occur in the workplace, many of them preventable. Whether you're managing a busy...
The Top 10 Most Common Construction Injuries and How to Prevent Them
Construction remains one of the most hazardous industries in the UK. While safety measures have improved drastically over the past few decades, construction workers are still at high risk of...
Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome – An In-Depth Guide
Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) is a serious but preventable occupational health condition that affects thousands of workers in the UK every year. Prolonged use of vibrating tools and machinery can...
Construction Health & Safety – Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMS) Explained
In the construction industry, where hazards are part of everyday operations, ensuring the health and safety of workers and the public is both a legal obligation and a moral imperative....
The Ultimate Guide to Careers in Health and Safety
Health and safety in the workplace is a critical consideration for businesses across the United Kingdom. With a growing awareness of the need to create safer environments for employees, customers,...