The bill introduces a requirement for employers to take proactive steps to prevent violence and harassment in the workplace. It also includes specific protections for women and girls. Additionally, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) would be tasked with developing a comprehensive Health and Safety Framework on workplace violence and harassment, with a particular focus on violence against women and girls.
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 […]
Welcome to this Month’s Newsletter
In this edition;
• Business Boost Tips: Strategies to improve productivity and performance.
• New Blogs: Insights on wellbeing, safety, and compliance.
• H&S & HR Updates: Key news and HSE workplace stats.
• Employment Law: Updates on workforce regulations.
• Wellbeing Tips: Support mental health and inclusivity.
• Winter Safety: Tips for construction workers in cold conditions.
• Neurodiversity: Create a more inclusive workplace.
• Horizon Health: Meet our new wellbeing partner.
• Training: Invest in Your People, view our E-Learning and Face to Face Training Modules.
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 […]
As a health and safety advisor, one of the most critical responsibilities we have is ensuring that workplaces are safe for all employees. Despite our best efforts to implement preventive measures, accidents can still occur. When they do, accident investigation becomes a vital tool—not just for understanding what went wrong but also for preventing future incidents.
In this blog, we’ll share why accident investigation is crucial from a health and safety advisor’s perspective and how it can significantly enhance workplace safety.
Creating a safe work environment is not just about compliance with regulations—it’s about fostering a culture where safety is ingrained in everyday habits. Whether you’re an employer responsible for the safety of your team or an employee looking to protect yourself and your colleagues, building and maintaining good safety habits is crucial to preventing accidents […]
The Importance of Health & Safety & Training in Agriculture Introduction We want to delve into an essential topic that affects farmers, farmworkers, and the entire community: health and safety in agriculture. As we explore the significance of prioritising these aspects, we shed light on the immense impact they have on the well-being of individuals, […]
Work Related Stress Did you know that Employers have a legal duty to protect employees from stress at work by doing a risk assessment and acting on it. If you have fewer than five workers you don’t have to write anything down. But it is useful to do this, so you can review it later, […]
How do you choose a HR & Or Health & Safety Service Provider? Do you use an SME like Craven or a big Corporate? We know how time-consuming HR and H&S can be, getting it wrong can be costly and disruptive to your business. Employing someone of equivalent experience could cost you as much as […]
Did you know? Stress, depression and anxiety are the second biggest cause of work-related ill health in the construction industry. The earlier this problem is tackled, the less impact it will have on workers and business. Taking positive action can help to create a more engaged workforce, boost productivity and save money. Is your job […]
