In the UK, it is estimated that plastic packaging will make up 67% of plastic waste by 2030. With just 46% of this currently being recycled, we all have a responsibility to improve our management of plastic. In recent years…

In the UK, it is estimated that plastic packaging will make up 67% of plastic waste by 2030. With just 46% of this currently being recycled, we all have a responsibility to improve our management of plastic. In recent years…
Workplaces are some of the easiest places for bacteria and viruses to spread; generally, they contain lots of people, feature many shared touchpoints, and have communal facilities like kitchens and bathrooms. Germs can pass from person to person, and you…
Most garments, including common workwear items like coveralls and hi-vis clothing, come with a label detailing how they should be washed and cared for. These laundry care labels provide helpful guidelines detailing how to clean clothing properly and vary depending…
Advantages of Collaborative Robots (Cobotics) Noise, repetitive motion, and risk-filled environments – some industrial jobs are notoriously difficult. And while automated processes can improve productivity, they fail to employ people-specific skills like decision-making and analysis. Beyond pure automation, the emergence…
To keep workplaces safe, controlling legionella in emergency showers and eyewash stations is a completely necessary process. The nature of this equipment means that businesses requiring them should be able to use them with little cause for concern. However, eyewashes…
As an employer, you are legally obliged to ensure an adequate supply of fresh air in the workplace – a piece of legislation further reinforced by the coronavirus pandemic. Virus transmission occurs through air particles, so businesses must seek smarter…
A Guide To Safety Signs In The Workplace The importance of health and safety in the workplace is crucial, and as an employer, you are responsible for the welfare of your employees, guests, and visitors. Using appropriate health and safety signs that…
What Is Health Surveillance? Health surveillance is any activity that involves obtaining information about your employees’ health to help protect them from potential risks in the workplace. Some health surveillance practices are required by law, while others, such as health…
HSE stats from 2019/20 show that there were 693,000 non-fatal workplace injuries in Great Britain in just one year. While a large percentage of these were from common workplace accidents like slips and trips or manual handling accidents, it’s likely…
Keeping a commercial kitchen clean is vital to running a hospitality business. Food hygiene standards, regulated by the Food Standards Agency (FSA), are very high and you will need to satisfy the regulations in order to stay open. Good food…