There are lots of health and safety courses and certification schemes available in the UK. If you want to gain a health and safety certificate, construction or environmental management qualification, below we’ve listed recognised courses and qualifications which are accredited by some of the UK’s leading health and safety examination boards and institutions. NEBOSH If […]
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Manual Handling of People – What to Keep In Mind
If you have a job that includes looking after someone with an illness or a disability, you might need to help them move around. This could be a job like a nurse or a personal carer for someone who has a disability. It is very important for you to know about safe handling procedures so […]
Knowledge for Expectant Mothers in the Workplace
Pregnancy is a natural part of the life cycle and many pregnant others will continue to work during their pregnancy and might return to their jobs when they are still breastfeeding their infants. If an employee is pregnant, it is important for the employer to be aware of the health and safety risks concerning pregnancy […]
Preventing Hearing Loss at Work
Did you know that, according to the Health and Safety Executive, approximately 170,000 people in the UK suffer from deafness and ringing in the ears – which is caused by excessive noise in the workplace? If you work in an environment that has excessive noise levels, you could be doing permanent damage to your hearing. […]
What to Know About Working with Asbestos
Before it was banned, asbestos was used as a building material for many years. Unfortunately, it now poses a risk as it hides within our walls and ceilings – especially to those who work in the construction or demolition industry. Asbestos is responsible for over 4,000 deaths every year. The scary part is that asbestos […]
How to Get a Career in Water Hygiene & Treatment
So you are considering a career in the field of water treatment and hygiene? This industry is very important to the health of the nation and there are a lot of great jobs available. It is a challenging and interesting industry with many opportunities to build on your skills. Let’s take a look at the […]
Essential Tips on Vehicle Operational Safety
If you are in a job where you drive a vehicle, it is essential that you are aware of vehicle operational safety. A vehicle can be dangerous if it is not operated properly, which is why it is crucial to make sure that you have the right training and that you are following accepted health […]
Food Safety in Your Catering Company
Food safety training is one way to ensure your employees are aware of food safety. Ignoring basic health and safety guidelines can lead to all sorts of problems for businesses and their customers. A recent case highlights the financial cost that lapses in food health and safety can cost any business, as this week the […]
49 Cases of Food Poisoning
Besides the obvious legal requirements for food safety training, there is another point to consider. In the news recently one newlywed couple and many of their guests were left with an extreme bout of food poisoning after eating pate served at the wedding reception. The newlyweds had gone on their honeymoon only to fall ill […]
HACCP Food Safety Training
The Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points is the approach which must be followed within the food and pharmaceutical industries to identify and control hazards from chemicals and biological sources. The food safety course which will provide you with skills and knowledge of the HACCP is the one day course, the CIEH Level 2 Principles […]
