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20/01/2023

A company was fined £146k this week after a 48-year-old joiner was killed at a site in Derbyshire.

£146k fine for company after joiner crushed to death by 20-tonne excavator 20th January 202320th January 2023 by Scott Murphy ShareA construction company has been fined £146k after a joiner was crushed and killed by a 20-tonne excavator. Philip McDonald had been hired by Birch Brothers (Kiddermins...

13/12/2022

Employers are being reminded of their responsibilities to keep workers safe as cold weather continues to affect large parts of the country.
https://press.hse.gov.uk/2022/12/13/cold-weather-working-helping-staff-stay-safe-and-warm/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=temp-winter-2223

09/12/2022

Temperature in the workplace is one of the risks you should assess, whether the work is being done indoors or outdoors.
People working outside in bitterly cold temperatures can be protected in a number of ways, including by the provision of mobile facilities for warming up, frequent rest breaks, and making sure workers can recognise the early symptoms of cold stress.
https://www.hse.gov.uk/temperature/employer/index.htm?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=temp-winter-2223

08/12/2022

As the county experiences its first real blast of cold winter weather - did you know the minimum temperature of an indoor workplace should be 16°C or 13°C if much of the work involves rigorous physical effort?
https://www.hse.gov.uk/temperature/employer/index.htm?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=temp-winter-2223

07/12/2022

With temperatures plummeting across the UK over the next couple of days – do you know how best to protect workers against the impact of cold weather?
https://www.hse.gov.uk/temperature/employer/index.htm?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=temp-winter-2223

07/12/2022

This case highlights the importance of suitable welfare facilities on sites.
https://press.hse.gov.uk/2022/12/07/company-fined-after-worker-contracts-blood-infection/

17/02/2022

If HSE's Spot Checks team contacts your business, don't ignore the call. We're checking workplaces have measures in place to manage COVID-19 risks and are looking after their employee's welfare. Make sure you're up-do-date with the latest guidance: https://www.hse.gov.uk/coronavirus/working-safely/index.htm?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=coronavirus&utm_content=inspections?

15/02/2022

We are not clear of the pandemic yet. You can help cut the risks of COVID transmission by ensuring an adequate flow of fresh air through the workplace. This can be mechanical – using fans and ducts, or as simple as keeping some windows and doors open. For more info on working safely visit: https://www.hse.gov.uk/coronavirus/equipment-and-machinery/air-conditioning-and-ventilation/index.htm?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=coronavirus&utm_content=inspections

09/02/2022

Don't get complacent about COVID. As the the number of required control measures are reduced, those measures remaining become even more important. Keep up the enhanced cleaning measures to reduce the risks of transmission. For further guidance, visit: https://www.hse.gov.uk/coronavirus/working-safely/index.htm?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=coronavirus&utm_content=inspections

04/02/2022

Rules on how long you must self-isolate for has changed but it's still vital nobody goes into work with COVID. Follow the guidance, get tested and stay at home until it is safe to return. For more info on working safely though the pandemic visit: https://www.hse.gov.uk/coronavirus/working-safely/index.htm?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=coronavirus&utm_content=inspections

02/02/2022

HSE Spot Checks now include questions on how businesses address work-related stress. Mental health should be just as important as physical health in the workplace – risks to both must be equally considered. For guidance on talking with workers visit: https://www.hse.gov.uk/coronavirus/working-safely/talking-to-your-workers/index.htm?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=coronavirus&utm_content=inspections

31/01/2022

Certain rules are changing but COVID is still with us. If you develop symptoms you should self-isolate immediately and get tested. All businesses should support workers to follow the stay at home guidance to keep everyone safe. More info: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/nhs-test-and-trace-workplace-guidance?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=coronavirus&utm_content=inspections