Latest Occupational Health and Safety News
Is Your Risk Assessment Protecting Mental Health Too?
The Health & Safety Executive is making it clear that psychological health now sits on equal footing with traditional physical safety – and employers of all sizes need to take notice.
HSE Launches Consultation On Proposed RIDDOR Updates
The HSE newly-launched consultation on proposed changes to RIDDOR is aimed at improving clarity, relevance and usability for employers and duty holders
Martyn’s Law: What Businesses Need to Know in 2026
Whether you operate a retail environment, leisure site, public venue, mixed‑use building, or host events, Martyn’s Law will change how you plan, train, and manage risk across your organisation.
Are you Wearing your Hearing Protection Correctly?
World Hearing Day is a reminder that protecting our hearing isn’t just about wearing hearing protection – it’s about wearing it properly
Brew Monday: Supporting Mental Wellbeing at Work
Often dubbed the most depressing day of the year, the third Monday in January is known as Blue Monday. At Safewell, we prefer the alternative Brew Monday – a simple but powerful prompt to check in with colleagues and encourage connection.
Cold Weather at Work
The law does require employers to provide a reasonable working environment, including temperature, as part of their health and safety duties
What is a Risk Assessment and how is it Carried Out?
A risk assessment is a structured process to help you identify and manage health and safety risks in the workplace
Your December Safety Checklist: Christmas Common Sense
Before we all clock off for a well-earned Christmas break, here are a few festive safety checks worth running through
Updated Noise Assessment Tool Available from HSE
An updated Noise Exposure Calculator is now available to make assessing hearting protection easier and more accurate for those working in noisy environments.
The Latest Workplace Health & Safety Statistics
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published its annual report on work-related ill health and injuries for 2024/25, and the figures highlight ongoing challenges for UK workplaces.