29% of the total number of non-fatal injuries reported through RIDDOR in 2016/2017 (70,116) were caused by slips, trips and falls on the same level. When comparing these figures with our monthly trends analysis, it is clear that this hazard remains prevalent in the workplace and can quickly develop into an ‘accident waiting to happen’. Continue reading…
Construction gloves: choosing the right protection is crucial to avoid injury Continue reading…
A) Your workplace risk assessment should already consider any risks to female employees of childbearing age and, in particular, risks to new and expectant mothers (for example, from working conditions Continue reading…
Chemical safety is a primary workplace safety concern for many organisations. To control the exposure of employees to chemicals in the workplace, particular efforts need to be made to ensure chemicals are safely stored and handled. Continue reading…
Workshop inspections are a valuable proactive management tool, productivity is good, morale is good, quality is good, therefore everything must be good. Continue reading…
Over the years C&C Consulting has completed many display screen equipment (DSE) assessments for PC and laptop users, the desktop working environment is ever Continue reading…
Our advisors are out on sites regularly auditing Principal Contractor and contractors health, safety and welfare systems against legislative and best practice requirements. Continue reading…
Aside from law changes and the new ISO standard, businesses should also be aware of the approach taken by the HSE with regard to enforcing existing legislation. Continue reading…
