21 November Winter Weather – Don’t slip up this winter Winter weather can be the cause of many accidents – Don’t slip up this winter. Accidents involving slips & trips tend to peak in the autumn and winter due to: reduced daylight cold winter weather spells causing ice and snow to build up on paths Every year the snow and ice that covers the country receives national … Read More
16 November Cold Weather Forklift truck safety Cold Weather Forklift truck safety – For many businesses, forklifts are an essential piece of material handling equipment that they cannot do without. Whether you work in warehousing, construction, many areas of production, transportation or a myriad of other fields, forklifts trucks can make life safer and easier for both you and your employees. Winter … Read More
23 December Staying Safe in Cold Weather What do I need to do to protect my staff from cold weather? The mercury in the thermometer has gone through the floor (almost literally!) and the cold is biting at fingers and toes. But what does the law say about your staff, is there a minimum temperature for them, and what must you do … Read More
8 December Snow and ice clearance advice It is a popular misconception that it is against the law to clear snow and ice from pavements. Put simply, there is nothing stopping you from clearing ice and snow from your property, or from public pavements and areas outside your property. Heads of establishments are responsible for ensuring that the means of access to … Read More
12 November Can I clear snow & ice? Winter is fast approaching and with it comes the early morning frosts, soon to be followed by snow, and ice in the coming weeks. We have a guide on how to protect yourself, and your staff from slips and falls due to snow and ice on pavements. It is a popular misconception that it is … Read More
18 January Cold Weather Safety Cold weather safety – Working in a cold environment is difficult and has many potential problems, normally a cold environment in the workplace could be a freezer, or server room, but during the winter outdoor workers will also experience some very cold, and potentially hazardous. It could be the average temperature for the area, the … Read More