Revised Legionella ACOP Published
November 29, 2013
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published revised information on managing and controlling Legionella bacteria in water systems.
Flooding in 2012 Cost the UK £600m – Businesses Urged to Prepare for Future Flooding
November 27, 2013
Flooding last year could have cost the UK economy up to £600m, latest research from the Environment Agency (EA) reveals.
HSE Publishes Revised Workplace Regulations ACOP
November 22, 2013
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published a revised and updated Approved Code of Practice (ACOP), to make it easier for employers, building owners, landlords and managing agents to comply with the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) regulations.
Latest Update: The Use of Copper Ionisation in Legionella Control
November 20, 2013
The debate over the use of elemental copper for Legionella control in water treatment systems has recently intensified. From 1st February 2013, the marketing and use of elemental copper as a biocide was no longer allowed, under the Biocidal Products Directive and the national Biocidal Products Regulations 2001. The European Commission (EC) came to this decision, because no manufacturer took sufficient action to support the biocidal use of elemental copper during the review period.
Firefighters Set to Strike Again on 13 November
November 11, 2013
Firefighters in England and Wales are set to strike again on 13th November, as the row with the government over retirement age and pensions continues.
RiskWise Enhancement Update 2.7.6
November 8, 2013
We’re constantly striving to enhance the RiskWise system. We’ve just launched version 2.7.6.
Are you looking for an easy way to manage contractors and suppliers?
November 8, 2013
Join our live webinar on Monday 25th November at 3pm GMT to learn how RiskWise offers a comprehensive and effective way to manage contractors and their performance.
Tuning into Road Safety – Road Safety Week 18th-24th November 2013
November 6, 2013
The road safety charity Brake is calling for communities and organisations around the UK to participate in their annual Road Safety Week, and is asking businesses to encourage their employees to drive more safely.
HSE Publishes Health & Safety Statistics 2012/13 – Improved Performance, but Room for Improvement
November 5, 2013
Provisional figures published last week by the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) on work-related health, safety and enforcement for the period between April 2012 and March 2013 show that Britain’s health and safety performance continues to improve.