BSIF takes over SGUK secretariat to boost workplace safety
Alan Murray said: “I am confident that with the support of BSIF, we will continue to play our part in keeping the workforce of the UK safer and healthier."
Mitie Group earns health and safety award from the RoSPA
The award focuses on safety training, workshops, and encouraging a culture of open communication around safety.
Amberley Labels employees mark 4,000 days injury-free with charity donation
To celebrate, employees donated £1,000 to Cystic Fibrosis Dream Holidays, a charity that gives free holidays to families with children who have cystic fibrosis.
EGGER UK selects A-SAFE as supplier for workplace safety barriers
Ray Barnett said: “Our partnership with EGGER UK is built on a shared commitment to workplace safety and operational efficiency."
“No legal maximum temperature for working in a heatwave,” warns expert
Josh McNicholas said deciding what is ‘reasonable’ will depend on the work and the workplace.
Unite calls for more action to prevent fatal workplace accidents
Research found that 138 workers were killed in fatal accidents at work in 2023/24.
APN launches annual World Health & Safety week
The initiative is supported by the UK's eight major pallet networks, with teams at each network hub focusing on safety best practice and employee well-being.
UK records 604,000 workplace injuries in 2024, data reveals
According to the HSE, over 61,000 of these incidents were serious enough to be formally reported by employers under RIDDOR.
Bury Council launches community drive to safeguard young workers
The campaign is aimed at ensuring every child in work is protected and all employers are aware of their responsibilities.
Inspiring Women in Construction and Engineering event relaunches for 2025
The programme will start with a free webinar on 7th March 2025, addressing the need for inclusive and safe workplaces in construction.
UK bus drivers report widespread abuse, impacting mental well-being
A Unite survey finds 82% of UK bus drivers experienced abuse last year, with Unite pushing for stronger legal protections and better safety measures from employers.
Prime Minister announces crackdown on retail crime, retail worker assault to be made criminal offence
New government crackdown targets retail crime, making assaulting a retail worker a standalone criminal offence.
