How can I reduce the risks of legionella?

Legionella and Legionnaires’ Disease Legionnaires’ Disease is a potentially fatal illness that can be contracted from the Legionella bacteria in airborne water droplets. If your employees are at risk from Legionella you have a duty to protect them under the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974. In this guide we will be looking… Read More

What opportunities are available after getting a Green CSCS card?

CITB Health & Safety Awareness The CITB Health & Safety Awareness course has been the industry standard site safety qualification for decades. A government sponsored organisation, the CITB has been at the heart of workplace safety in the UK since its inception in the 1960s. Its courses are among the most trusted and relied upon in the… Read More

What are the roles and responsibilities of a site manager?

What are the roles and responsibilities of a site manager?

Managing a site is a vital role in the construction industry, where safety is a key issue – that needs a lot of attention! As the site manager, it’s your job to both assess and manage safety hazards in the workplace. Responsibilities may also include managing and instructing the site workers, setting goals for the… Read More

New fire door regulations 2023: what you need to know

While the Grenfell enquiry into the tragic tower fire is still yet to conclude, the lessons from it are taking effect. A new piece of legislation has changed the responsibilities of landlords for fire doors, particularly in tall buildings. The aim is to prevent another tragedy where fire compartmentation fails, and the usual ‘stay put’… Read More

What are the 3 principles of first aid?

What are the 3 principles of first aid?

The three principles of first aid are the responsibilities you must recite when completing a first aid course. It’s integral knowledge to know when responding to an emergency. We always remember that the ultimate goal is to save lives – something these 3 guiding principles will help you achieve. What is first aid? First aid… Read More

motivation monday - cold showers #mentalhealth

Can cold showers really help depression and anxiety? #Mondaymotivation

Depression and anxiety are two of the most common mental health disorders worldwide. Studies have shown that by introducing 2–3-minute cold showers into your daily routine, you could gain a immense benefits, including a reduction of stress and anxiety levels and even the potential increase of fertility. This non-invasive treatment activates electrical impulses that stimulates… Read More

Annual World Day for Safety and Health at Work

Will I benefit from a SMSTS course?

Our next SMSTS course is on June 16th. As such, we thought we’d compile a list of reasons why you may benefit from a SMSTS course. 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… Read More

HSE Asbestos and you campaign

Introducing the HSE Asbestos and You campaign

Any job, any day of the week, can potentially release lethal asbestos fibres. And unlike sawdust or other particulates, you can’t see, smell, or feel the fibres in the air or on your clothes. Asbestos can be found in any building built or refurbished before the year 2000. Unfortunately, over 5000 people still die each… Read More