COVID-19 Contingency Plan

Introduction This COVID-19 contingency plan outlines the main purpose and guidance to PHSC plc subsidiary directors of mitigation actions to minimise the risk to staff, customers and business productivity following the recent outbreak of COVID-19. It follows the latest guidance from the Government on Social Distancing and seeks to maintain a balance between maintaining the
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What Really Matters in Business Risk Management

Business risk management and risk assessment- these terms have been around for some time now and we have all become accustomed to hearing them  But what do they really mean and what is it that really matters when deciding  what to include? The first thing that matters is meeting the legislation. There are many different
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6 Things You Need to Know About Healthcare Training

Most managers needing healthcare training are very familiar with the CQC but did you know that the HSE also has significant authority and the power to close part of a premises or process if they feel there is serious risk of personal injury? So how do busy managers satisfy both enforcing bodies without duplicating time
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How to Achieve Thermal Comfort

At this time of year we spend our lives constantly having to adapt between freezing external temperatures, and very warm internal workplaces/ homes. We often are asked by our clients about thermal comfort and what are the legal minimum and maximum temperatures for a workplace.   What is Thermal Comfort? Thermal comfort relates to how
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Migrating to ISO 45001:2018

Now that the ISO 45001 standard has been officially published for those of you who already work to OHSAS 18001 its time to start thinking about transitioning to the new standard. However, migrating from your existing safety system (OHSAS 18001 or HSG 65) can be a daunting process, and one that is very easy to
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Safety Reminders for Driving in the Snow

Whilst this is a lasting problem, this year has seen more challenges with ice and snow than in recent years. No matter how far your commute to work, the snow and ice can make this journey extremely dangerous. So we thought it would be timely to share some reminders on how to minimise risk, and
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GDPR

What is the GDPR? The General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) will be effective from May 2018 and replaces the previous legislation about how data is should be secured and managed. This affects more departments than IT, and will include those dealing with health and safety management. So what do health and safety professionals need to
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Bonfire Night Safety Tips

We’re only two days away from Bonfire night. There are already people setting off fireworks at displays and in their own gardens. It’s an exciting time of year, but it can also be a dangerous time too. Here’s our top tips for staying safe on Bonfire Night: Do Stand a fair distance from bonfires and
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When One Employee Injures Another – Who is Liable?

What is Vicarious Liability
If one employee injures another whilst at work, is the employer responsible? This is a question that we are often asked by clients who attend our training courses and are learning about the tort of negligence and Vicarious Liability. What is Vicarious Liability? When one employee injures another at work, the person who is injured
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5 Steps Towards Developing Effective Safety Procedures at Work

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For U.K. based companies, establishing best practice for health and safety in the workplace is an important initiative, and arguably as important as managing the business finances. Poor working practice is not only a drain upon efficiency but also a hidden drain on your costs. According to self-reports submitted to the Health and Safety Executive
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