Legislation

What is the new ‘Simpler Recycling’ Legislation and how will it affect how businesses dispose of waste? Our handy blog explains at what point your business will be expected to comply and how to follow new rules such as separating food waste prior to collection.  

While protective measures can reduce the risk of accidents and injuries, improper usage can have devastating results. Stay informed on workplace legislation with our introduction to PUWER, the industry standard for ensuring reliability with PPE and equipment.

Hazardous chemicals demand stricter handling guidelines than the average workplace product. Luckily, legislation such as CoSHH and HASWA offer businesses advice on how to keep their materials safe. In this article, we break down the steps needed to ensure your substances are stored, used, and disposed of safely.

If your business or organisation undertakes lifting operations or is involved in providing lifting equipment for others to use, you must manage and control the risks to avoid any injury or damage.

Falls from height remain the most common workplace accident and fatality, with many involving a fall from a ladder. Anyone falling more than 2 meters is likely to sustain serious injury, so even using a stepladder can be a risk.

With around two million ladders in daily use across the UK, it is essential that people have the right guidance and training needed to help ensure working at height is as safe as possible.