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30th June, 2022 - Health

The 12 Symptoms Of Legionnaires Disease That Can Be Fatal

Legionnaires' disease is an infection caused by breathing in small droplets of water contaminated by the Legionella bacteria. It is a severe form of pneumonia that can be fatal. Learn more about Legionnaires' disease and the 12 symptoms to look out for.

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8th June, 2022 - Health

The Water Temperatures That Kill Legionella Bacteria

Legionella is a type of bacteria that can grow in water, usually found in warm and stagnant water. This bacteria spreads Legionnaires' disease, which can be fatal. There are a few ways to kill Legionella bacteria, one of the most common ways to control the risk is by managing water temperatures.

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10th February, 2022 - Health

What Is Silica Dust And Why Is It Bad For You?

Silica dust is the second biggest cause of lung disease in workers after asbestos, killing over 500 construction workers in the UK every year. Even with such a high level of fatalities, many construction workers are unaware of when harmful silica particles are released.

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15th December, 2021 - Health

7 Health Tips For Surviving Winter Work

With the cold weather arriving, it brings some additional hazards at work, particularly for those that spend some or most of the working day outside. As the temperature drops and the nights draw in, check out these 7 health tips for surviving winter work outdoors.

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24th June, 2021 - Health

Dust Yourself Off - Controlling Dust At Work

We live with dust every day, in small quantities. And other than having to nip around the house with the duster, it’s usually nothing more than an annoyance. At work, however, dust can cause health problems - especially when it's hazardous or created in larger quantities.

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9th June, 2021 - Health

Can You Risk Assess The Sun? Why UV Is A Hazard In Outdoor Work.

Working outside is great in the summer, but while the sun brings warmer temperatures, it also increases health risks. And protecting yourself involves more than just sunscreen. If you or your team do work outdoors, it's time to get sun smart and protect your skin.

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24th November, 2020 - Health

Are You Sitting On The Biggest Office Health Hazard?

It might not seem dangerous, but sitting down for long periods is linked to weight gain, diabetes and even early death. As now many more jobs are desk-based, it's important to recognise this health hazard in our offices. With some simple easy controls (and a little effort) we can reduce the risk.

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22nd October, 2020 - Health

Is Breakfast The Secret To Better Health And Safety?

It's no secret that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, it's a saying we've probably all heard before. But around 31% of adults regularly skip breakfast. What effect does breakfast skipping have on health and safety, and should breakfast be part of your health and safety strategy?

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30th June, 2020 - Health

Drinking At Work And What To Do About Alcohol In The Workplace

Alcohol at work is a difficult topic. It's hard to control what people do outside of work, and everyone is entitled to a social life. However, alcohol abuse and misuse can quickly become a problem that affects every aspect of someone's life, including safety in the workplace.

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14th May, 2020 - Health

9 Quick Ways You Can Prevent Cross Infection At Work

Cross infection isn't something most workplaces usually need to worry about. But with the current coronavirus crisis looking like it will be changing the way we work for a while, many workplaces are looking forward and wondering how they can return to work safely.

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30th April, 2020 - Health

11 Ways To Social Distance At Work

Social distancing has become the new normal in 2020. With COVID-19, any close contact is an opportunity for the virus to spread. But how can social distancing work, at work? Here are 10 ideas for putting some physical distance between you and your team.

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23rd March, 2020 - Health

The Coronavirus And Health And Safety At Work

Every business should be reviewing their risk assessments at this time, and assessing their work. Ask yourself, how does the coronavirus impact the risk level? What steps can I take to protect my team and clients? Do I need to change the way we work? Provide extra safety measures? Temporarily close?

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