Health and Safety News, Legislation, PPE and CPD | SHP Online
6 days ago · Why Health and Safety Compliance Software is Vital in the UK Construction Industry. November 7, 2024. Health and safety compliance software has become an indispensable tool for ensuring that construction companies meet their legal obligations, protect workers, and enhance operational efficiency. Here's why this technology is so vital for the UK ...
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 explained - SHP
The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (HSWA), is the primary legislation covering occupational health and safety in the United Kingdom. The Health and Safety Executive is responsible for enforcing the Act. It is sometimes referred to as HSWA, the HSW Act, the 1974 Act or HASAWA.
The effectiveness of the Health and Safety at Work Act
Sep 14, 2015 · The change in the types of jobs people do over the past 40 years has made work safer because people are now more likely to be sat in an office than working down a coal mine – we are finding that many organisations are beginning to dedicate more time and resources to Health, Wellbeing and Behavioural Safety initiatives to further improve their overall Health & Safety performance.
PPE: Complete guide to Personal Protective Equipment | SHP
PPE is the personal protective equipment that will protect the user against health or safety risks. This guide includes an explanation of the PPE 2018 regulations, best practice advice for health and safety professionals and useful resources for further reading. On 6 April 2022 the regulations on wearing PPE at work changed.
Inclusive PPE | SHP - Health and Safety News, Legislation, PPE, …
PROTECTION FOR EVERYONE. SHP is running a campaign to bring awareness around the issues of ill-fitting PPE. “It amazes me that we expect anyone to want to work in our industry when we can’t give them the basic kit to keep them safe,” wrote Sandi Rhys Jones OBE, current President of the CIOB, and a passionate advocate for inclusive PPE. Her article was one of the catalysts for the campaign.
Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Bill - UK HS Regulation …
Nov 1, 2022 · Dr Simon Joyston-Bechal at Turnstone Law hopes the Government takes the long view as UK health and safety Regulation stands on the precipice. The Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Bill had its second reading in the Commons on 25 October 2022 and will catch the full range of health and safety regulations, which will automatically be repealed on 31 December 2023 unless ministers make ...
Health and safety webinars hosted by SHP. Live & on-demand
SHP Webinars. Find upcoming live, interactive webinars plus on-demand sessions to watch back at your convenience. SHP runs regular health and safety webinars on a wide range of topics, from high level thought leadership, to legislation updates and technical guidance. This page will show you what’s coming up and what you can watch right now.
Stair Safety Factsheet | SHP - Health and Safety News, Legislation, …
Jun 9, 2016 · 25 stair safety facts: In the UK there is a fall on stairs every 90 seconds. (Source: BS 5395-1:2010 [1]) During 2015 there were 787 deaths in England and Wales caused by a fall on and from steps or stairs. (Source: Office for National Statistics [2]) This is a 20.5% increase on the same figures in 2012 (653 deaths in England and Wales).
An act with real impact: the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974
Feb 1, 2023 · SHP hears from Adam Clarke at Praxis42 who provides an overview of the Health and Safety at Work and examines its impact over the years. The time has come to talk about one of the big ones: the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 (HASAWA).It’s a fact that this single act has done more to improve workplace safety and employee health over its (almost) 50-year existence than any other.
safety culture: 4 steps to improvment – SHP Safety Talks with Tim …
Nov 19, 2018 · Dr Tim Marsh PhD, MSc, CFIOSH, CPsychol, SFIIRSM is MD of Anker and Marsh. Visiting Professor at Plymouth University he is considered a world authority on the subject of behavioural safety, safety leadership and organisational culture.As well as many of the world's most recognisable industrial names Tim has worked with diverse organisations such as the European Space Agency, the BBC, Sky TV ...