Managers need to control the whole work-at-height process, from defining the task and appointing competent people to selecting equipment.....
Thu 30th Jul 2026
The regulator has opened a formal inquiry after a fire and subsequent explosion at an industrial unit near Rettendon, Essex.
Manual handling risk is often created by decisions about layout, storage, purchasing, staffing....
Thu 23rd Jul 2026
Provisional 2025 26 figures show agriculture still has the highest fatality rate and that children and over 65s are disproportionately affected.
Mon 20th Jul 2026
Effective COSHH management is demonstrated by how hazardous substances are controlled during everyday work....
Tue 14th Jul 2026
HSE reports 126 worker deaths in 2025/26 and publishes new international analysis showing Great Britain remains among the lowest for fatal workplace i...
Wed 1st Jul 2026
HSE has concluded there is no clear evidence that lowering the asbestos control limit in law would reduce exposures or improve health outcomes and wil...
Mon 18th May 2026
Working in confined spaces can expose workers to serious risks, from hazardous atmospheres to entrapment.
Mon 20th Apr 2026
The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 is the foundation of workplace safety in Great Britain, setting out the duties that protect employees, vis...
Wed 15th Apr 2026
From mental health and occupational illness to regulation, road risk and smarter safety culture, the profession’s focus is broadening fast. In 2026,...
Mon 13th Apr 2026
HSE has opened a consultation on changes to RIDDOR to clarify reporting rules, update the lists of reportable events and improve the online reporting...
Tue 7th Apr 2026
Work-related ill health affects millions across Great Britain, costing people their wellbeing and businesses valuable time. Here’s why HSE is making i...
Tue 17th Mar 2026
Contractor safety is a legal and practical priority for every organisation. Learn how UK law defines responsibilities, manages risk, and helps employe...
Fri 13th Mar 2026
Workplace vehicle incidents can cause serious injuries, costly damage, and major disruption. Learn the most common causes and the practical steps orga...
The regulator is carrying out a Great Britain wide campaign to check compliance with the Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017 and has published guidan...
Thu 15th Jan 2026
Fri 29th May 2026
