26 August COVID-secure and HSE enforcement The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) said it will be carrying out further spot inspections at businesses in areas with the highest coronavirus infection rates as it continues its efforts to halt the spread of the virus. This means that HSE inspectors will be dropping in on businesses and putting employers on the spot in Oldham … Read More
26 August Schools, face coverings, and WHO guidelines With schools in England poised to return over the next week or so, the issue of face coverings has received much attention. The current WHO advice is that “children aged 12 and over should wear a mask under the same conditions as adults, in particular when they cannot guarantee at least a 1-metre distance from … Read More
20 August Coronavirus – spikes and lockdowns – are you COVID-19 secure? In the UK we have seen cities like Leicester placed under lockdown, and extra measures introduced in other areas (such as Manchester). Yesterday saw the news that Ireland’s coronavirus restrictions being “significantly” tightened after the number of cases increased rapidly over the past two weeks. All businesses in Ireland have been told to let employees … Read More
23 June HSE view on Air Conditioning eAir conditioning The risk of air conditioning spreading coronavirus (COVID-19) in the workplace is extremely low. You can continue using most types of air conditioning system as normal. But, if you use a centralised ventilations system that removes and circulates air to different rooms it is recommended that you turn off recirculation and use a … Read More
26 May Shops Opening from 15 June With many shops opening on 15 June, new guidelines have been provided for the retail sector Read More
13 May Plan and Manage the Return to the Workplace – the HSE will be watching you Lives and livelihoods could be at stake if organisations do not PLAN and MANAGE the return to work following the relaxation of the Coronavirus Lockdown. Indeed, companies that don’t follow coronavirus safety rules could face prosecution, the head of the UK’s Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has warned. Sarah Albon, of the HSE, told Tuesday’s … Read More
12 May How we are helping others during the Coronavirus Pandemic As you know, here at LRB Consulting Limited, we provide health and safety advice and guidance to a wide range of clients. Many enterprises have been affected by the Coronavirus pandemic, including our clients. Still, we have continued to provide them with the support that they need. As businesses consider returning to work, following some … Read More
11 May COVID-19 Secure guidelines The information has been provided by the Government on the COVID-19 Secure guidelines The following documents are available for free download: Construction and other outdoor work: guidance for people who work in or run outdoor working environments Factories, plants and warehouses: guidance for people who work in or run factories, plants and warehouses Homes: guidance … Read More
7 May 4,500 complaints have been made to the HSE with respect to Coronavirus It is understood that more than 4,500 complaints have been made to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) since the first UK case of coronavirus was confirmed. Last month the HSE issued a warning to employers that it would hand out enforcement notices to those who do not comply with the two-metre social distancing rule … Read More
7 May Are you considering a (phased) return to the workplace? Many employees are still working from home. Employers need to formulate a plan to help keep employees healthy once they return to the workplace. Companies are starting to consider a return to the workplace, or at least a partial return. The general Government position is, currently: Coronavirus (COVID-19): what you need to do Stay at … Read More