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 […]
Construction company fined after man died on ‘death trap’ site A construction company has been fined after a man drowned when he fell into an exposed excavation hole described as a ‘death trap’, at a building site in Hertfordshire. Mykhalio Hustei had been working for Alchemist DB Limited as a labourer on a project building […]
“At one point I was genuinely terrified I was going to bleed out and die” A flower supplier has been fined after an employee’s leg was amputated following a serious incident at its processing facility in Huntingdon. Andy Hazelden was working for MM Flowers Limited, at its site in Alconbury Weald, on 4 February 2023 […]
Research finds manufacturing workers skipping eye tests New analysis by Specsavers has revealed an estimated 830,000 employees in the manufacturing sector may not have received an eye test in the past two years, putting their eye safety at risk. Specsavers is warning that many manufacturing and trades employees are carrying out safety-critical tasks without regular eye […]
Improving accessibility in the workplace supports employee satisfaction, fosters a positive work environment, and broadens your ability to attract diverse talent. Here are our tope tips for achieving this is your workplace: 1. Create a safe workplace culture In order to improve accessibility in your workplace, you need to understand what access needs are present […]
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 […]
What might the future of Display Screen Equipment and ergonomics look like in the workplace? As technology evolves, the way that we integrate DSE into the workplace evolves with it – this blog explores how his may work in practice. The effect of hybrid and remote work on DSE Since the pandemic, we have seen […]