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1st October, 2026 - Construction
What Are Pinch Point Hazards? 6 Examples And How To Spot Them
Pinch point hazards are common in many workplaces, and especially in construction and manufacturing. A pinch might not sound too severe, but pinch points can cause life-changing injuries, and in the worst cases, they can be fatal. But what is a pinch point? And how can you spot these hazards?
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29th September, 2026 - Management
10 Reasons Why You Can Achieve Zero Harm
Zero harm can never be achieved at work. It is unrealistic, practically impossible, and meaningless. These are all arguments against zero harm, and there are many (including health and safety professionals) who agree with them. So, is zero harm just setting ourselves up for failure?
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23rd September, 2026 - Management
The Definition Of Risk In Health And Safety (With Workplace Examples)
In health and safety, a risk is the chance that somebody could be harmed. A risk calculates how likely it is that someone will be hurt, and how severely. In this post, we look at the definition of risk in health and safety, and some common examples of workplace risks.
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17th September, 2026 - Fire
The Difference Between Fire Marshal And Fire Warden Roles
In your workplace, do you need a fire marshal, a fire warden, or both? What does each role do, and what is the difference between a fire warden and a fire marshal? In this post, we examine both fire safety roles and the duties of each.
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15th September, 2026 - Management
What Does LOLER Stand For?
In health and safety, LOLER stands for the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations. This is a set of legal requirements surrounding lifting operations and the equipment used to carry them out. These regulations are often referred to as LOLER for short. But what is LOLER?
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9th September, 2026 - COSHH
The Purpose Of COSHH Assessments And Why Every Business Needs Them
The purpose of the COSHH regulations is to minimise the risks associated with substances that are hazardous to your health and the health of your employees, therefore reducing the number of people made ill through exposure to harmful substances. Do you comply with COSHH in your business?
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3rd September, 2026 - CDM
Does CDM Apply To Site Investigations?
A common question regarding CDM is whether the regulations apply to site investigations. In this post, we look at the definition of construction work under CDM 2015 and consider how these regulations apply to site investigation work.
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1st September, 2026 - Construction
24 Free Construction Safety Posters For Your Building Sites
Need to remind workers to sign in, lock up, or wear their PPE? These 24 free construction safety posters can be downloaded, printed, and displayed on your site to help your team stay safe throughout your project.
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26th August, 2026 - News
Save Time And Money With Online Health And Safety Talks
Did you know that delivering your toolbox talks online can save you hundreds of pounds and hours of work each year? And that saving multiplies with each employee! Let's take a look at how much your business could save.
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20th August, 2026 - Paperwork
What Is An Approved Code Of Practice?
Most health and safety regulations come with an approved code of practice (ACoP) produced by the HSE. An ACoP gives practical advice on how to comply with the law. And they have a special legal status. In this post, we look at HSE guidance, ACoPs and the law.
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18th August, 2026 - Health
Dust Yourself Off: How To Control Dust At Work
We live with dust every day, in small quantities. And other than having to nip around with the duster, dust is 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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12th August, 2026 - Management
The A-Z Of Health And Safety Acronyms And Abbreviations
In health and safety, every other sentence seems to contain an acronym or abbreviation. Some words and phrases are just easier to remember if you shorten them down to a few letters. But if you're lost in the lingo when asked for your RAMS on the ACMs required in the CDM CPP, this guide will help.
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