Category: Aegis News

The Health and Safety Executive is a UK government agency responsible for the encouragement, regulation, and enforcement of workplace health, safety and welfare, and for research into occupational risks in Great Britain.

Read more

With the UK’s 2050 Net Zero target fast approaching, there is increased pressure on businesses to eliminate or reduce their greenhouse gas emissions.

Read more

Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) are powered platforms used to carry out work at height. Here we look at their potential hazards.

Read more

In January 2023, the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 (FSER) came into effect.

Read more

A campaign has been launched to increase awareness of the risks from asbestos amongst young workers.

Read more

According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), nearly two million people are at risk of developing hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS). It’s a condition that can cause a permanent and painful numbness and tingling in the hands and arms, as well as painful joints and muscle weakening.

Read more

A construction company has been fined for failing to provide suitable welfare facilities for its employees on a building site.

Read more

Workplace Exposure Limits (WELs) relate to the amount of a hazardous substance a person can be safely exposed to while at work. As an employer in an industry where these substances may be present, it’s important to be aware of WELs in order to keep your employees safe.

Read more

An employment tribunal case which found that an individual’s long Covid symptoms amounted to a disability could lead to an increase in similar claims from those also affected by the condition.

Read more

During Ramadan, employees of Islamic faith may fast during daylight hours, meaning employers should put arrangements in place to support staff and ensure their safety in the workplace during the month-long event.

Read more