Category Heath and Safety

Fire Safety Act 2021 and how it affects businesses

The Fire Safety Act 2021 is a new law that aims to improve fire safety in buildings and protect people from the risk of fire. The Act replaces outdated legislation and introduces new requirements for fire safety in buildings across…

Dangers of the winter months and ensuring winter safety

As winter approaches and temperatures begin to drop, it’s important to be aware of the potential dangers that cold weather can pose. While huddling up and enjoying hot cocoa by the fireplace can be cosy and enjoyable, extreme cold can…

IOSH

IOSH Managing Safely course now available through ITG

We now offer the IOSH Managing Safely Course as a Virtual or Classroom Course via our sister company ITG Instructor Training Ltd. The course is designed to suit any sector worldwide and results in a certificate that is internationally recognised…

HSE Annual Report Analysis

Every year, The Heath and Safety Executive releases its annual report, containing a summary of the year’s statistics. The source of all the information you’re about to read is the HSE’s website (www.hse.gov.uk) Key figures for Great Britain (2017/18) 1.4…

Working at height

Virtual reality makes vertical a reality

Working at height isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. In fact, for the estimated 1 in 5 people that suffer from acrophobia (a fear of heights), it’s probably rather ‘low’ on their to-do lists! However, there has recently been lots of…

confined spaces

Confined spaces for those ‘tight’ on time.

Confined spaces training. A brand new ProTrainings vocational training qualification, suitable for people preparing to work in small spaces or as a refresher for those already doing so!

Proud to be ISO45001 accredited!

We’ve achieved our ISO45001 accreditation; the new international standard for occupational health and safety management. This reduces workplace risks to improve employee safety – something that you all know we care deeply about. Our business is all about protecting others, whether it’s…

Workplace and Personal Safety

If you are working alone in a workplace, you need to make sure you keep your mobile phone with you or anything that you can communicate with people. You also need to make sure people actually know where you are.

Fainting

Fainting is a common cause of a patient losing consciousness. It is caused by a lack of blood to the brain. This can be caused by anxiety, hunger, pregnancy, stress, worry, tiredness, standing for long periods, being too hot or…