Guidance Note: Selecting Suitable Hearing Protection – The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 There are three methods for predicting the effects of hearing protection so that its suitability can be assessed: The octave band method is the most accurate but requires a full octave band spectrum of the noise in the workplace as
Managing Stress in Health and Safety Roles – A Message for HR Managers Engaging an external competent person or experienced health and safety consultant provides independent internal audits, clear prioritisation and structured action plans that strengthen legal compliance in manufacturing environments. It also reduces pressure on health and safety managers by bringing technical reassurance, clarity
Why Health and Safety Managers Should Engage External Competent Support Engaging an external competent person or experienced health and safety consultant provides independent internal audits, clear prioritisation and structured action plans that strengthen legal compliance in manufacturing environments. It also reduces pressure on health and safety managers by bringing technical reassurance, clarity and shared responsibility
Manufacturer fined after employee’s fingers severed following PUWER failings This incident highlights how failures in machine safety controls and maintenance can lead to serious injuries in manufacturing environments. A competent person service helps identify PUWER compliance gaps early by observing real work activities and challenging unsafe practices. Proportionate engineering controls and safe systems of work
Diesel Exhaust Emissions in the Workplace: Risks, Assessment and Control Following New BOHS Guidance The British Occupational Hygiene Society have published new guidance on the assessment and control of the Health Risks From Diesel Engine Exhaust Emissions (DEEEs). Table of Contents Facebook X LinkedIn Sarah Leeson, BOHS President-Elect says “If diesel engine exhaust emissions are
What Is a Health and Safety Competent Person — And Why Every Business Needs One A health and safety competent person is a legal requirement for UK businesses and must have the knowledge, training and experience to help manage workplace risks and ensure compliance. This guide explains the competent person health and safety definition, required
SME sentenced after PUWER breaches and death of employee Stanley Wire Limited was fined after an operative suffered a fatal head injury due to failures to comply with PUWER and basic health and safety requirements. The HSE found the company had not appointed a competent person, resulting in inadequate machinery guarding and uncontrolled risk. Table
New Year, Same Responsibilities: Manufacturing Firm Fined After Apprentice Suffers Serious Injuries As businesses reflect on the year just gone and prepare for the year ahead, a recent prosecution by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is a timely reminder that health and safety responsibilities do not reset with the calendar. The case involved a
HSE Visit After a Workplace Accident – What Directors Need to Know A visit from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), Local Authority Environmental Health Officer (EHO), or Fire Safety Officer almost always follows a workplace accident, injury, or dangerous occurrence. For directors, this is a critical moment.The accident itself may already be under control,