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25th June, 2026 - Health
The Dangers Of Working Outside In Hot Weather
Summer might be the best season to work outdoors, but with temperatures rising, what about the dangers? Should you be worried about sun exposure? And how can you stay safe working in extreme heat? Can it ever be too hot to work?
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23rd June, 2026 - Construction
The Technology You Can Use For Better Construction Health And Safety
Technology has advanced at record speed over the past 25 years. We've gone from games of snake to running an entire business from your mobile phone. Let's take a look at the remote technology you can use for better construction health and safety.
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17th June, 2026 - Management
Health And Safety: The Principles Of Prevention
The principles of prevention are a series of rules, in order, that form a best practice approach to risk management. The principles go from most effective to least effective. The most effective option is to avoid risk. When you can't avoid risk, the other principles of prevention should be applied.
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11th June, 2026 - Vibration
How To Calculate Vibration Exposure To The ELV
The exposure limit value (ELV) under the Control of Vibration at Work Regulations is a value you must not exceed. But how do we calculate this limit? Calculating the ELV in real-life situations is not always straightforward, but using a points-based system, you can keep track of exposure levels.
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9th June, 2026 - Vibration
How To Measure Vibration Exposure To The EAV
You are legally required to take action once levels of vibration exposure reach the exposure action value (EAV) of 2.5m/s²A(8). But what does that number mean, and how do you calculate it? In this blog post, we will show you how to measure the vibration exposure action value (EAV).
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4th June, 2026 - Manual Handling
10 Manual Handling Questions And Answers Explained
In this blog post, we will put your manual handling knowledge to the test with a quick quiz. There are 10 manual handling questions, and the answers are revealed at the end. If you want to test your team, you can download a free PDF.
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2nd June, 2026 - Manual Handling
What Is Manual Handling?
Manual handling happens when you use your hands or your body to move or support a load. In this blog post, we will look at manual handling at work, manual handling activities, the legal requirements, and how to carry out manual handling safely.
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28th May, 2026 - CDM
Does CDM Apply To Painting And Decorating?
Painters and decorators are often familiar with CDM from working on larger construction projects, perhaps under a principal contractor. But what about smaller projects, like painting a hallway or a room in someone's house? How does CDM apply to painting and decorating work?
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26th May, 2026 - CDM
CDM Regulations And The Secrets Of Part 4
If you work in construction, you've probably heard about the CDM regulations. Maybe you are even familiar with the duties of clients, contractors, and designers. But do you know about part 4? It might not get much attention, but failing to comply is not an option. Find out how CDM Part 4 applies to your construction projects.
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20th May, 2026 - Construction
The Simple Construction Risk Assessment Pocket Guide (+Free Template)
If you work in construction, you'll need to write risk assessments. It's a legal requirement and will often be required before you start work on a new project. In this guide, you can follow along with our free template, from identifying hazards to assessing and controlling the risks.
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14th May, 2026 - Asbestos
What Is Asbestos AIB?
AIB stands for Asbestos Insulating Board. But what is asbestos insulating board? Is it dangerous? And where do you find it? Asbestos insulating board was used for insulating against fire, heat, and sound. So you will often find it in walls, ceilings, fire doors and partitions.
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12th May, 2026 - Construction
50 Construction Site Safety Tips
Construction workers are more likely to be injured or killed at work. There are many risks for construction workers to navigate, but the hazards you face in construction are varied, as no two sites are the same. These construction site safety tips are a great place to start.
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