4 August Compliance versus Culture – do you need a guide? “… the work had not been ‘properly planned, supervised or carried out safely, and the assessment of the risks arising from the work was both unsuitable and insufficient.” Not a great indictment of any company. This sort of wording is all too common in HSE comments made after prosecutions for serious injury and death. If you … Read More
17 July Diisocyanates – Hazards and Controls Diisocyanates (usually referred to as isocyanates in the UK) are a family of highly reactive, low molecular weight chemicals. They are widely used in the manufacture of flexible and rigid foams, fibres, coatings such as paints and varnishes, and elastomers, and are increasingly used in the automobile industry, auto body repair, and building. While they … Read More
17 July Prosecution: Local Authority Fined After School Worker Loses Finger A recent prosecution has highlighted the importance for ensuring suitable workplace health and safety training has been carried out before machinery is used. Suitable training ensures that employees are knowledgeable about the safe operation of machinery, understand potential hazards, and are equipped to handle emergencies, significantly reduces the risk of accidents and enhancing overall workplace … Read More
6 June Health and Safety For Managers and Supervisors (Level 3): Open Course Elevate your workplace safety and leadership with the next open health and safety training course from LRB Consulting Ltd, delivered from our Loughborough offices. Course: Health and Safety For Managers and Supervisors (Level 3) Dates: 29-31 July 2024 Time: 09:00-17:00 Venue: Epinal Way, Loughborough Cost: £500 (+VAT) per person This three-day, interactive course covers a wide-range of essential … Read More
8 May Avoid the pain and costs of falls from height: No Falls Week 2024 Helping you work safely at height: A Blog Ahead Of No Falls Week 2024 Falls from height are the leading cause of workplace fatalities in the UK, making up 30% of all workplace deaths, with 40 fatalities in 2022-2023. Next week marks the inaugural No Falls Week campaign. No Falls Week (13 – 17 May … Read More
7 May Stress and Mental Health in the Workplace: A Reflective Overview In today’s fast-paced working environment, stress and mental health issues have become increasingly prevalent among employees. The interplay between these factors can significantly impact job performance, work satisfaction, and overall well-being. Understanding the dynamics of stress and mental health in the workplace is crucial for both employees and employers to foster a conducive and supportive … Read More
3 April Worried about asbestos health effects? Let us provide reassurance. This week marks Global Asbestos Awareness Week 2024 Thousands of people die in the UK from past exposure to asbestos each year. Many of these deaths are preventable. Ensure you manage exposure to asbestos to your workers. Read on to find more about asbestos awareness course, and how we can help. Hidden Dangers: Global Asbestos … Read More
26 March Case Study: Safe Systems Of Work Safe systems of work and risk assessments are vital components in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of employees. Risk assessments help identify hazards and ensure the control measures in place are sufficient, while safe systems of work set out the procedures and protocols that ensure activities can be performed safely. By providing training on risk … Read More
25 March Support for you when the The Fire Officer visits No matter how well prepared we are, there is always a little trepidation when the Fire Officer visits. During such a recent visit, it was fantastic to see how well the client was prepared. A copy of the up to date Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) was available for the Fire Officer. This is the first … Read More
22 March First Aid: Open Courses Book your emergency first aid course now! We are pleased to announce the first 2025 dates for our popular Emergency First Aid At Work (One Day) training sessions from our Loughborough offices. Empower yourself or your employees with the confidence to handle emergency situations and provide help when it matters most. Sign up today to gain … Read More