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.
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 […]
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has delivered his ‘back to work’ budget . The Chancellor has announced his spring budget and said the UK will now not enter a ‘technical recession’ this year. It comes against a dramatic backdrop of high inflation, widespread strikes and the cost of living crisis. The announcement has been pitched as the […]
5 Dec 2022 – Flexible working requests to be day one right to request This is absolutely Great News! On this date, the government confirmed that new legislation would: make flexible working requests a day one right for employees (thereby removing the current 26 weeks’ service requirement) allow employees to make two requests a year (currently only […]
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 […]
This is becoming a very complex area and can get really confusing, there is currently no legal calculation or method. The fundamental take-home message is that holiday entitlement can no longer be pro-rated for zero-hours or part-year workers to reflect the number of weeks employees work each year – there is now an automatic entitlement […]
Think about it – what are your biggest frustrations and worries right now? Do you have the qualifications required to complete paperwork? Do you have the time to document all your policies and procedures? Do you have the knowledge and experience to make sure you are on the right side of H&S Law? Could your […]
HR is probably the one department globally that faces the brunt of rumours, biases and misunderstandings in the workplace. We don’t always have a positive reputation. In fact, many employees hate them or avoid them at all costs and only view them as an occasional intermediary. Of course, we have to take time to understand […]
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The NLW and NMW rates from 1 April 2022 are: Rate from April 2022 Current rate (April 2021 to March 2022) Increase National Living Wage £9.50 £8.91 6.6% 21-22 Year Old Rate £9.18 £8.36 9.8% 18-20 Year Old Rate £6.83 £6.56 4.1% 16-17 Year Old Rate £4.81 £4.62 4.1% Apprentice Rate £4.81 £4.30 11.9% Accommodation […]
