Source: HSE The Health and Safety Executive’s Small Business Advisor Barbara Hockey will take part in a live Twitter-chat on Thursday 5 June to answer questions on the health and safety of small businesses. Barbara will be supported by HSE…
Source: HSE The new guidance (Safety in Docks: Approved Code of Practice and guidance – L148) replaces the existing Approved Code of Practice (COP25), which has been withdrawn as part of the revocation of the Docks Regulations 1988. Topics covered…
Source: HSE Asbestos is responsible for over 4000 deaths every year. Younger people, if routinely exposed to asbestos fibres over time, are at greater risk of developing asbestos-related disease than older workers. This is due to the time it takes…
People often work in air contaminated with dust, fume and other airborne hazards that can damage health or even lead to an early death. In many cases when exposure cannot be avoided, employers will use respiratory protective equipment (RPE) to…
Source: HSE A risk assessment for using a tape measure and written guidance for walking up stairs – these are just two of the bizarre actions that some companies mistakenly believe are necessary. These absurd steps were typical of several…
Source: ACAS From 6th May 2014 it is compulsory for employees to contact ACAS before bringing an employment tribunal claim. This website explains more:
Source: MovingOn Blog You may have seen a new version of test certificates now in use for trucks, trailers, buses and coaches – the VTG5, VTG5A and VTP20. These test certificates have been updated to comply with EC Roadworthiness Directive…
Source: ICO The ICO has published new guidance on ‘The right to recorded information and requests for documents’. The guidance provides advice on how to deal with FOI requests for specific documents, and types of documents. It also includes advice on…
Source: HSE CD268 – ACOPs: Provision and Use of Work Equipment (L22), Safe Use of Power Presses (L112), Safe Use of Woodworking Machinery (L114) The Consultative Document sets out proposals from HSE to amend the approved codes of practice (ACOP) on the Provision…
Roads Minister Stephen Hammond has launched the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) today (Wednesday 2 April 2014). DVSA replaces the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) and the Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA). It will be responsible for setting, testing…