International Stress Awareness Week is an opportunity for employers to pause and think about stress in the workplace
Managing Stress at Work – It’s Everyone’s Business
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Occupational Health
HSE Launches Inspections of Garages & Bodyshops Over Occupational Asthma Risks
The HSE is turning its attention to motor vehicle repair businesses to ensure effective measures are in place to protect workers from isocyanate exposure
Why must you be clean shaven for Face Fit Testing?
If you wear tight-fitting respiratory protective equipment (RPE) at work, it is a legal requirement to undergo a face fit test carried out by a competent person.
Occupational Health and Health & Safety Working Together
When occupational health and health & safety work together, the results can be fast and effective. This joined-up approach means issues can be spotted early, investigated thoroughly, and resolved efficiently – with minimal disruption to the business.
Mental Health First Aid Trainer
Our Health & Safety consultant, Chris, is now a qualified Mental Health First Aid trainer, and has carried out his first open one-day course in First Aid for Mental Health at our Wiltshire premises.
Newest Member of the Occupational Health Team
Please welcome the newest member of our Occupational Health team, Agnieszka Goralczyk
Cancer and construction: Silica
Silica is a natural substance found in varying amounts in most rocks, sand and clay. For example, sandstone contains more than 70% silica, whereas granite might contain 15-30%. Silica is also a major constituent of construction materials such as bricks, tiles, concrete and mortar.
HSE campaign highlights dangers from metalworking fluids
Businesses are being warned to make sure their staff are safe when working with metalworking fluids or coolants. Manufacturing businesses should implement control measures and carry out health surveillance checks with occupational health professionals.
HSE – Managing health risks in the woodworking sector
HSE Inspectors will be visiting woodworking businesses across Great Britain to ensure duty holders know the risks associated with woodworking and have effective controls in place to keep workers safe and protect their respiratory health.
FFA Level 2 Award in First Aid for Mental Health (RQF)
Through Nucos unique Mental Health train the trainer course, Safewell is now excited to be able to offer Mental Health First Aid Training to all our new and existing clients.
Mental Health Wellbeing
A multinational company referred an employee with work related stress to Safewell for a mental health management referral with the aim to get the employee back to work.
E – Learning
Safewell now provides E-learning for continued professional development (CPD) to expand your knowledge.
Call or message the Safewell Team
We are here to make health and safety accessible and easy for everyone. Please call on 01793 852951 or message us to help you.