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How to Avoid Electrocutions at Work

November 13, 2015

Almost every workplace relies on electricity to function productively, from IT equipment in offices to power tools on building sites. Although most of the time, electrical equipment is perfectly safe,…

The cost of forklift accidents for UK businesses

November 2, 2015

Vehicles used in the workplace always carry a certain level of risk, whether that vehicle is a golf buggy or a cherry picker. Some of the most dangerous types of…

Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace

October 26, 2015

Here at Health and Safety Training Ltd, much of our training and guidance focuses on more hazardous workplaces, such as construction sites and warehouses, but that doesn’t mean that other…

Severe Weather & Employee Safety

October 22, 2015

In the UK, we are not great at dealing with an unexpected snowfall, despite the fact that most years we have at least a few days of very heavy snow…

Bounce Back gives construction employment opportunity for ex offenders

October 19, 2015

Here at Health and Safety Training we work hard to help people gain employment in the construction industry and support any initiative that joins our cause – which is…

Dealing with Spinal Injuries in the Workplace

October 15, 2015

The spine is simply a series of small bones called vertebrae, that provide protection for the bundle of sensitive nerves (spinal cord) that carry messages to other parts of the…

UK Construction Week 2015

October 5, 2015

The UK’s largest construction trade show is set to take place from the 6th to the 8th October, with 9 different shows under one roof at the NEC in Birmingham.

Construction sector sees sustained growth

September 24, 2015

According to a recent survey by Markit (The CIPS Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI)) , the UK’s construction industry continued to experience healthy growth and expansion throughout August, which has…

How dangerous are cranes really?

September 11, 2015

Construction, demolition and manufacturing companies all over the world rely on cranes to transport and lift materials and goods. Crane systems are safe, easy to use and very efficient,…

How to Avoid Exposure to Silica

September 7, 2015

Silica is a naturally occurring mineral compound. It is found in 2 forms, crystalline and noncrystalline (also known amorphous) and is present in all kinds of building materials including sand,…

Slinger Signaller Hand Signals

August 24, 2015

The job of a slinger signaller is one of the most important jobs on a building site. It requires skill, diligence, and concentration, working alongside the lifting teams to provide…

Do You Have What it Takes to Become a Forklift Driver?

August 18, 2015

Forklift truck drivers are essential to the smooth running of operations in many sectors like construction, manufacturing or warehousing. To become a forklift truck driver, you don’t need any academic…

Writing an Effective Health & Safety Policy

August 10, 2015

A successful and effective health and safety policy must be clear and easy to understand, concise and detail the lines of responsibility for each aspect or arrangement. The Scope The…

HST & AquAid provide safe, clean water for villagers in Zimbabwe

August 3, 2015

Last year, Health & Safety Training invested in new water coolers to keep our staff and learners hydrated, refreshed and ready for a productive day. The company we chose…

The Decline of Construction Unions

July 27, 2015

The last few decades have seen union memberships fall across all industries and sectors, and the construction industry is no exception. According to Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS),…

Construction Industry Brick Shortage

July 20, 2015

The effects of the recession are still being felt in the UK construction industry as the ongoing brick shortage threatens to impact on plans to get britain building again to…