The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) Turns 50 on January 1st 2025!

This beginning of this  year marks a major milestone for the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) as it celebrates 50 years of dedication to protecting workers and the public. Since its establishment in 1974, HSE has become a cornerstone of workplace safety in the UK, adapting to new challenges while maintaining its core mission: to […]

Mental Health dominates HSE Workplace Statistics – 2023/2024

Duty of Care Workplace wellbeing has become a significant focus for businesses, particularly in the UK, as part of broader initiatives to enhance employee health, satisfaction, and productivity.  Employers have a duty of care to ensure the physical and mental health of their workforce, which includes taking proactive steps to foster a healthy work environment. Key […]

What is Mpox? Understanding the Virus, Symptoms, Guidance & Prevention

Mpox, previously known as monkeypox, is a rare viral infection that can affect both humans and animals. Since 2022, there has been an increase in Mpox cases worldwide, making it a global health concern. Mpox can be spread by close physical contact, respiratory droplets, and contaminated surfaces. Although Mpox isn’t as contagious as other viral […]

Workplace Safety & The Importance of Regular Training and Education

In every workplace, safety isn’t just a priority—it’s a necessity. Whether you’re on a construction site with heavy machinery or in an office environment – which you may think the chance of encountering dangerous hazards are low. The truth remains: accidents can happen anywhere, anytime. However, there’s an ongoing powerful tool, helping to prevent these […]

HSE publishes annual work-related ill health and injury statistics for 2022/23

Nearly two million workers in Great Britain reported suffering from work-related ill health in 2022/23. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published its annual statistics on work-related ill health and workplace injuries. The statistics reveal that 1.8 million workers reported they were suffering from work-related ill health in 2022/23, with approximately half of the […]

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 […]