Helath and Safety

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How to deal with an asthma attack

Asthma is a chronic disease of the lungs that results in the constriction of the airways, leading to difficulty breathing, wheezing, chest tightness and coughing. Asthma attacks can happen unpredictably and can last for minutes or hours. When an asthma attack occurs, it can be scary and overwhelming, and it is important to know what […]

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Is your warehouse following correct health and safety regulations?

Warehouse health and safety regulations are essential for the safe and efficient running of a warehouse. Without proper compliance and enforcement, the chances of accidents occurring can be significantly increased; it is, therefore, essential that all warehouses follow the correct health and safety regulations in order to ensure the safety of employees, visitors and products

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Common Health and Safety Myths

Health and safety are essential parts of modern life. It is important for employers and employees alike to be aware of health and safety protocols to ensure the safety of everyone in the workplace. Unfortunately, there are many myths and misconceptions surrounding health and safety that can lead to misunderstandings and even dangerous situations. This

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How competent is your health and safety advisor?

Managing health and safety in any organisation requires a certain level of expertise, and a qualified health and safety advisor is the obvious choice when it comes to handling such a responsibility. However, gauging the proficiency of a health and safety advisor can be tricky as it is an intangible quality and difficult to measure.

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Why do we have risk assessments in the workplace?

Risk assessments play an important role in the workplace by helping to reduce the number of accidents and incidents happening in the workplace. Risk assessments are the process of identifying potential risks, analyzing the likelihood of the associated impacts, determining controls and mitigating actions, and communicating the findings to stakeholders. This process is essential for

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