Tag health and safety

RIDDOR statistics on injuries

The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases, and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) is a UK regulation that requires employers to report certain types of workplace incidents to the Health and Safety Executive. These incidents include work-related accidents, diseases, and dangerous occurrences. According…

UK statistics on accidents in the workplace

The United Kingdom is a country that prioritises the safety and health of its citizens, including those who work in various industries. Workplace safety is an essential aspect of the UK’s economy, and the government is keen on ensuring that…

Manual handling statistics on injuries from the HSE

Manual handling is a common task in many workplaces across the UK. However, poor manual handling techniques can lead to injuries and musculoskeletal disorders, which can have a significant impact on the health and well-being of employees. According to the…

HSE Annual Report Analysis

Every year, The Heath and Safety Executive releases its annual report, containing a summary of the year’s statistics. The source of all the information you’re about to read is the HSE’s website (www.hse.gov.uk) Key figures for Great Britain (2017/18) 1.4…

DSE/VDU Safety – Course of the Week

We have found that a substantial number of DSE workers report aches, pains or eye discomfort. These conditions do not prove any serious ill health, but it is important to avoid them as much as possible. Display Screen Equipment safety…

Course of the week – Risk Assessment

Risk Assessment is a trainer led course that is delivered over a full day or as a video online course on our risk assessment site.. The course aims are to give an understanding of the importance of risk assessment and current applicable…

Course of the week – Lone Worker

Working alone is not in itself against the law, and it will often be safe to do so, however the law requires employers and others to think about and deal with any health and safety risks and or hazards of…

Course of the week – Moving People Safely Level 2

This course is ideal for all workplace requirements, as it includes safer moving and positioning of people as well as manual handling of objects. The course is designed to meet the requirements and recommendations of the HSE Manual Handling Regulations…

Risk Assessment Video Online Course Now Live

We have added a new online course in Risk Assessment at  www.proriskassessment.co.uk. The course can be used as a 100% online course or blended QCF.  Risk Assessing is needed in all businesses and this course covers what you need to complete and…