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Sole trader in court after ignoring HSE notice
A sole trader who repaired cars in a residential area of Bedford has been sentenced and fined after failing to comply with a Health and Safety Executive enforcement notice…
Read moreSelf Employed? Where do you stand with Health and Safety!
Are you self-employed? Safewell can help you comply with H&S guidelines set by the Executive to protect your customers and staff alike.
Read moreFork Lift Truck Medicals Required by Building Firm Near Reading
A building firm near Reading contacted Safewell enquiring about guidance on forklift truck medicals and what was required for their drivers. Both new and existing employees required medicals to be able to drive safely.
Read moreHealth Surveillance Audiometry Testing for a Joinery Company based in Wiltshire
A joinery company contacted us after a visit from the HSE. They were falling short on health surveillance for their employees, in particular in relation to noise exposure at work over the 2nd Action level of 85dBA. Here’s how we helped with their audiometry health surveillance hearing tests.
Read moreTyre retread co pays £300k for lack of seatbelt rule
As an employer, do you enforce seatbelt use when employees are driving forklift trucks? Read about this employee who was crushed while driving a forklift without wearing a seatbelt…
Read moreHey Sugar Sugar
Diabetes is a growing concern within our communities, with more cases diagnosed every day. Find out how it can affect your employees’ role at work…
Read moreLegal Requirements of Occupational Health
Health surveillance allows for early identification of ill health and helps identify any corrective action needed. It may also be required by law for employees exposed to noise/vibration, solvents, fumes, dust, biological agents or work in compressed air.
Read moreWhats Your Pressure
If left untreated, high blood pressure can increase the risk of developing serious problems such as heart attacks and strokes. Employers must monitor their employees especially if they work in high-risk areas such as heights/confined spaces or drive company vehicles.
Read moreAddicted to Gaming?
Gaming addiction is now classified as a disorder by WHO. What happens when gaming takes over your life? Read on for potential symptoms, effects and what you can do about it as an individual or employer? What can it mean from an occupational health standpoint?
Read moreMPA South West Region Health & Safety Awareness Day
The Health & Safety Awareness Day is designed to promote best practice and encourage the whole workforce to be the eyes and ears of fellow workers.
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