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Workplace Health, Safety & Compliance
Article 6 of 7. Employers need to make sure that any ladder or stepladder is both suitable for the work task and in a safe condition. However, the employee or user of the ladder also has a duty to inspect the work equipment before attempting the task in order to prevent harm both to himself … Read more
Article 7 of 7. EN131 is the current standard for portable steps and ladders. While BS2037 and BS1129 have been withdrawn, ladders originally made to these standards prior to their withdrawal may still be used (subject to following user instructions and guidance on safe use). Article index. Overview How and when to use a ladder … Read more
Following on from changes to the highway code regulations, let’s look at specific changes to the use of mobile devices behind the wheel and the impact on you as the driver of a company vehicle. The original regulations prohibiting the use of a hand held mobile phone while driving was introduced in 2003. It also … Read more
I’m sure everyone is aware that changes to the Highway Code have been taking place and many rules are being updated, introduced and reviewed for future changes. In 2021 things started to change to reflect modern society, technology and lifestyles that impact how we drive on the road and the safety implications for other road … Read more
Did you know, as a business owner you have a legal obligation towards roller shutter safety and legislation under ‘section 5’ of the Workplace Health, Safety & Welfare Regulations 1992 to keep your roller shutter doors adequately maintained and free from harm? Not only that, you have obligations under the PUWER regulations and the Regulatory … Read more
COSHH-Control of substances hazardous to health is a legal requirement and one of the key regulations that employers must adhere to under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. Why does an employer need to know about COSHH? Every year, thousands of workers are made ill by hazardous substances which lead to many respiratory … Read more
It’s a common myth that ladders and step ladders have been banned from use on work sites under health and safety law. In fact, the HSE state that they can be a sensible and practical option for low risk, short duration tasks. The confusion may have come about due to some high profile building and … Read more