HSE urges employers to take action on work-related stress during Stress Awareness Week As Stress Awareness Week begins, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is encouraging employers and managers to take practical action to prevent and manage work-related stress. Work-related stress remains one of the leading causes of work-related ill health in Great Britain. Left […]
As part of November’s Hazard of the Month, Mental Health, we’re highlighting two key areas: Diversity and Inclusion & Mental Health Awareness Diversity and Inclusion Diversity refers to the range of people within your workforce, such as those of different ages, religions, ethnicities, gender, sexuality, and people with disabilities. A diverse workplace is respectful and […]
Fine for manufacturing company after man left as ‘a shadow of his former self’ A Staffordshire-based manufacturing company has been fined £300,000 after a family man was left with injuries so serious he became ‘a shadow of his former self’. Gary Taylor, who was 63 at the time, spent three weeks in hospital and needed […]
The advancing sophistication of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is showing a myriad of opportunities within the world of health and safety. Far beyond writing risk assessments and method statements, AI can be combined with existing technology to allow predictive risk management, advanced monitoring systems, improve efficiencies and productivity. For example, camera monitoring equipment trained on AI […]
CCTV captures terrifying runaway Range Rover incident that left passer-by with life-changing injuries A vehicle recovery driver has pleaded guilty after a runaway Range Rover he failed to secure rolled down a hill in Bournemouth, dragging him beneath the vehicle before crushing a member of the public who attempted to help. Sean Baker, a vehicle […]
While AI has the potential to increase efficiency and productivity in the workplace, it also comes with legal and compliance risks that must be taken into consideration. The United Kingdom does not currently have specific AI legislation in place, meaning that businesses are at risk from both inputs to and outputs from AI systems, and […]
Painter and decorator sentenced after stepson electrocuted on job A sole trader has been sentenced after his stepson was fatally electrocuted while working on a domestic property in Chester. Daniel Watton, 50, trading as Inside Out Painters and Decorators Property Maintenance, was given a suspended jail sentence in relation to the death of trainee painter […]
As AI becomes increasingly common in the workplace, businesses implementing it to improve efficiency, productivity and decision-making. However, without the right controls in place, AI can also introduce risks, such as data protection and cyber security concerns, inaccurate information, and over-reliance on the technology. Keep reading for our top tips for using AI safely at […]
As part of October’s Hazard of the Month, Artificial Intelligence, we’re highlighting two key areas: Cyber Security and Understanding AI. Cyber Security Taking steps to protect yourself and your business from cyber security risks is essential in today’s digital workplace. The good news is that improving your cyber security doesn’t have to be complicated. A […]
“Stand up and be counted for public safety” urges Fire Aware’s CEO Growing safety-focused organisation Fire Aware – itself a recognised membership body whose constituents serve the built environment and related sectors with a common aim of working and trading responsibly to Best Practice standards – is now challenging those responsible for upholding that Best […]