The UK construction industry is one of many facing a skills shortage, and one of the areas that’s lacking is management. While there’s a lot to the role, a pillar of site management is site safety – ensuring that everyone around you is going about their jobs in a safe and legal manner. The Site… Read More
Despite being banned more than 20 years ago, asbestos remains a lingering and persistent threat. Reports indicate that some asbestos is still present in 85% of UK schools and 90% of NHS trusts, and that’s just in the public sector. Asbestos in private properties is less well documented – and there’s no obligation whatsoever to… Read More
Summer has started, theres heatwaves in the forecast and we’re not trapped in our homes this time round! It’s time we indulge in summer bbq’s and Netflix series. Then for some of us, it’s also the most idea time now to take stock, and dedicate some energy to something positive. We are going to start… Read More
Most people would be aware of a shortfall in school funding, but few could have anticipated how bad the issue was, or what the consequences could be. A leaked government report indicates that thousands of school buildings around the country are in a dangerously bad state of repair – and that fixing them could cost… Read More
PPE is something the entire population is familiar with after two years of wearing masks. It’s perhaps this increased scrutiny of face mask provisions that has led to the identification of some loopholes in UK PPE law, and how it protects both employees and contracted workers from harm. A new change in health and safety… Read More
There are 5 days left to enquire for our NEBOSH in Construction qualification using the discount code NG10. The NEBOSH in construction health and Safety qualification is responsible for 6000 qualified individuals in the UK and continues to be one of the leading health and safety qualifications in the UK, and continues to be a… Read More
As seen featured on Construction Update magazine Health and safety is seen as unnecessary by some, but it’s a lifeline for many. Not just in terms of the literal lives it saves, but the opportunity it offers to many people. NEBOSH courses are a prime example: a certificate that teaches a whole range of… Read More
Where most nations have long since banned asbestos, the United States is a curious outlier. While it was among the first countries to recognise the dangers of asbestos exposure – and regulate its use – the substance is still imported and used in a number of different industries. Finally, it looks like this may be… Read More
April 28th marks the annual World Day for Safety and Health at Work. Sparking conversation about this day gives people an opportunity to promote the prevention of occupational accidents and diseases worldwide. As a health and safety consultancy we value health and safety, and provide courses and services that will protect you and enable… Read More
You asked, we listened! Due to high demand, we have added on extra SSSTS courses, as well as 1 new SSSTS REFRESHER course. You can book our 2-day CITB SSSTS (Safety site supervisor training scheme) for only £190 + VAT. It is perfect for anyone who wants to become a site safety supervisor or is… Read More