Author: WA Management

National Grid fined £3.2million after pylon worker suffers serious burns The National Grid has been fined more than £3million after its failures left a father-of-two with life-changing injuries from working on a pylon in South Wales. Justin Hollins was working replacing step bolts on the pylon at Treforest Industrial Estate in Pontypridd, when he received […]

Businesses that fail to comply with fire safety regulations put the safety of their employees and premises at risk, and could face fines and a prisons sentence of up to two years. To help you along your fire risk management journey, here are WA Management’s top tips: 1. Carry out a fire risk assessment Risk […]

Minister announces reform of construction products regulatory regime In a statement to Parliament, Rushanara Ali, Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Housing, Communities and Local Government, has announced a reform of the construction products regulatory regime, and an extension of the CE quality marking recognition. Existing construction products regulations set out rules for placing construction products on the […]

As part of September’s Hazard of the Month, Fire, we’re highlighting two key areas: Electrical Safety and Fire Safety. Electrical Safety Electricity poses a significant risk, with the potential to cause severe injury, fatalities, and extensive property damage. Even non-fatal electrical shocks can result in serious, lasting injuries. Therefore, it is crucial to implement effective safety […]

Manual handling in the workplace is the second largest cause of non-fatal workplace injures making up 17% in 22/23 (1). Manual handling can lead to a number of injuries, most notably musculoskeletal injuries– injuries and conditions that can cause pain to the back, joints and limbs. The Manual Handlings Regulations 1992 set out a clear […]

Any workplace can carry the risk of slips, trips, and falls. Causing 40 percent of all reported major injuries per year, they are the most common cause of injury at work, and cost employers over £500m per year. Keep reading to learn how to prevent slips, trips, and falls in your workplace. What is the […]

Spike in violence towards female commuters British Transport Police Authority’s 2024 annual report shows the number of crimes against women and girls on their commute rose from 7,561 in 2021 to 11,357 in 2023. Violent attacks against women while they commute on British railways have more than doubled since 2021, according to shocking new data […]

UK riots heighten concern on lone worker safety Organisations call for a focus on keeping staff safe as UK riots raise personal safety concerns. The British Retail Consortium has expressed concern for its members following recent rioting across the UK. Much of the disorder took place on high streets with shops being targeted for looting. […]

Maintaining good housekeeping is essential for ensuring employee safety within an organisation. Effective housekeeping practices can help companies minimise workplace hazards and create a safe and secure environment for their employees. 1. Maintain a regular cleaning schedule Ensure that floors and surfaces are cleaned on a regular basis, along with carrying out immediate ad hoc […]

Time to address van driver speeding epidemic Van driver speeding is at epidemic proportions, and a major safety and cost issue that needs to be addressed by the new Government, RED Corporate Driver Training believes. Recent Department for Transport (DfT) figures showed that van drivers are the most likely group of drivers to speed in […]