Work-Related Accidents During The Period Of 2022/2023

The statistics are upsetting. In the UK, 135 workers were killed in work-related accidents during the period of 2022/23. (RIDDOR) The Construction and agriculture were one of the sectors with the highest number of fatalities. With falls from height, being struck by a moving object, and being struck by a moving vehicle the most common […]

Work Safe, Live Well: The Essential Role of Health & Safety in the Modern Workplace

We’ve all heard the saying, “Safety First,” but have you ever stopped to consider why? Why, amidst the whirlwind of deadlines, deals, and desk lunches, should the health and safety aspect stand out? The answer is simple. Health and safety are at the core of any thriving workplace. And no, we’re not just talking hardhats […]

Why is HR Important For Small/Medium Businesses?

Every small/medium business needs to keep on top of HR but overstretched owners may not have the time and resources to do so.  Outsourcing HR can be a flexible and cost-effective solution As a general rule of thumb, many HR specialists say you should consider delegating HR functions when your business grows to more than […]

Right To Work (RTW) in the UK Employer Checks – Evolving Government Guidance

Here’s our right to work checklist of the steps to take to comply with evolving government guidelines.  Due to the pandemic, the government introduced a temporary concession to right to work checks, allowing employers to carry out checks via video call and accept scanned or photographed documents. This concession ended on the  30 September 2022, […]

Working in a heatwave: what should employers consider?

Working in a heatwave: what should employers consider? It is important to work safely in hot conditions.  Certain workers may be adversely affected by the extreme heat, such as pregnant women and elderly employees. The heat can also impact public transport which can affect employees commuting into work. The CIPD said that adopting flexible working […]