Author: WA Management

Businesses have the power to make a difference and help the environment through its practices and policies. Keep reading for some top actions your business can take to make an impact: 1. Track your greenhouse gas emissions Emissions are split up into three scopes: Scope 1 – directly produced by your business Scope 2 – […]

UK’s muddy saltmarshes vital to tackle climate change, report finds The UK’s saltmarshes are vital “sinks” that lock away climate-warming greenhouse gases in layers of mud, according to a new report from WWF. Much of the UK’s saltmarshes have been lost to agriculture but the charity says they are unsung heroes in nature’s fight against […]

As part of June’s Hazard of the Month, Environmental, we’re highlighting two key areas: Environmental Awareness and Resource Efficiency. Environmental Awareness SSIPs and Pre-Qualification Questionnaires are placing increasing emphasis on environmental considerations. These factors now play a crucial role in selecting suppliers and contractors, as well as in project planning—often requiring evidence that staff have received environmental training. Everyone within […]

Regular maintenance in industrial facilities is essential but can pose serious risks if not managed properly. Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures protect workers during these tasks by controlling hazardous energy. LOTO stations support this safety process by centralising all necessary tools, ensuring quicker, more consistent, and compliant lockouts—reducing accidents, downtime, and confusion. What is a Lockout Tagout […]

PPE is an essential part of workplace safety, acting as the last line of defence when preventing accidents and injuries. If all other safety measures have failed, PPE can mean the difference between a minor incident to a fatal injury. What types of PPE are used for electrical safety? Hand protection, such as insulated gloves, […]

Electrical systems are essential to workplace operations, powering everything from lighting to machinery. Despite their importance, these systems can present serious safety risks if not properly maintained or handled. Electrical hazards have the potential to cause severe injuries, damage equipment, or even result in fatalities. 1. Carry out regular safety audits Regular safety audits can […]

School trust fined after member of public hit by falling tree branch A school academy trust has been fined and a man given a suspended prison sentence after a member of the public was hit by a falling tree branch. Bishop Bewick Catholic Education Trust and gardening services provider Nicolas Thépot (trading as ‘The Green […]

As part of May’s Hazard of the Month, Electricity, we’re highlighting two key areas: Electrical Safety & Lock Out Tag Out. Electrical Safety Electricity presents a serious hazard in the workplace, with the potential to cause severe injuries, fatalities, and significant property damage. Even shocks that aren’t fatal can lead to long-term or permanent injuries. […]

Harrods latest retailer to be hit by cyber attack The luxury department store Harrods says it is the latest retailer to have been targeted by a cyber attack. The firm said it had “restricted internet access at our sites” following an attempt to gain access to its systems. It comes the day after the Co-op […]

As workplaces become more inclusive, companies are starting to be more aware of neurodiversity, and should be looking at how their business can support the individual needs of their staff. Neurodivergent individuals offer unique strengths, but often face unnecessary challenges due to limited awareness and support. A lack of flexibility, understanding, and support from their […]