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FPA launches new fire safety policy manifesto

Calling on the new government to put fire life safety and property protection at the heart of its built environment strategy, the FPA has released...

Published 23 Jul 2024

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Does the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 need overhauling?

On the 50th anniversary of the governing piece of UK health and safety legislation – the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 – new...

Published 17 Jul 2024

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The importance of sustainability for today’s facilities manager

In the rapidly evolving landscape of facilities management, sustainability has emerged as a paramount concern....

Published 17 Jul 2024

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How AI enhances driver safety in the transport industry

The transport industry is undergoing a significant transformation with the advent of artificial intelligence (AI). From autonomous vehicles to predictive maintenance and real-time data analysis,...

Published 17 Jul 2024

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Workplace deaths on the increase: action is needed

The recent increases in workplace deaths indicate a concerning trend. In Great Britain, work-related fatalities have risen for the second consecutive year....

Published 9 Jul 2024

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Working near water: dangers for engineers

Openreach Limited has been fined £1.34 million after an engineer died whilst trying to repair a telephone line....

Published 9 Jul 2024

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Is it too hot to work yet?

It’s that time again when the heat rises and we begin to question how hot it can get before it’s too hot to work. ...

Published 7 Jul 2024

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Mesothelioma: is awareness sufficient in the FM industry?

Action Mesothelioma Day took place on Friday 5 July - a national day that aims to raise awareness of mesothelioma and the dangers of asbestos....

Published 7 Jul 2024

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Ensuring the safety of young workers in manufacturing

The manufacturing sector in the UK is a cornerstone of the economy, offering numerous opportunities for young workers. However, this industry presents various hazards, making...

Published 3 Jul 2024

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Who is responsible for safe work on your own home?

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68% of workers do not feel safe in their workplace

Nearly a quarter of remote workers would quit before returning to a risky worksite....

Published 19 Jan 2021

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Anxiety is on the increase, but mental health support is lacking

Sixty-eight percent of employees have felt anxious and apprehensive about returning to work, while 35% report their mental health is worse now compared to before...

Published 23 Sept 2020

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Workplace first aid kits: what should be in them?

The contents of your workplace first aid kit should be guided by your first aid needs assessment. This should take into account the level of...

Published 16 Jan 2019

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Walking from bed to desk is commuting, German court rules

A German worker who had an accident while walking from his bed to his computer when he was working from home was officially commuting, a...

Published 2 Mar 2022

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Asbestos in schools: an inspector calls

The HSE will be carrying out a programme of inspections of primary and secondary schools in England, Scotland and Wales from October 2023 onwards to...

Published 25 Sept 2023

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‘Ethical veganism’ now a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010

A judge in a UK Employment Tribunal has ruled that being vegan, for ethical reasons, amounts to a ‘philosophical belief’ and is therefore protected by...

Published 8 Jan 2020

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