Explore the latest news, updates, and thought-provoking views in the realm of health and safety.
RoSPA's new Chief Executive, Becky Hickman, discusses her new role and her vision for the future of accident prevention...
News
We caught up with Erika Curnow, Health, Safety & Environmental Manager at Hydro Aluminium UK Ltd, to ask her more about her work and how winning the Award has impacted her life...
Case study
RoSPA has announced the winners of its prestigious Best New Entry Awards, which recognise an outstanding commitment to health and safety by organisations new to the RoSPA Awards scheme. News
Dr Karen McDonnell, our Head of Global Relations, discusses the benefits of having older workers and the considerations employers should make to ensure they remain safe and healthy... Thought Leadership
RoSPA members can download a new driver distraction factsheet, helping drivers' to stay focused and keep their eyes on the road. Toolkit
In this feature from Croner-i, Caroline Raine discusses the safe loading and unloading of dangerous goods when transporting them by road...
Feature
The need for occupational health provision has never been greater, so why are only 28 per cent of employers providing it, asks Becky Spencer... News
Vicky Folland is passionate about road safety. For the past 18 years the 40-year-old mother-of-three has been coaching learner drivers in her native Hartlepool through her one-woman driving school.
View or download this essential toolkit, produced by Croner-i, which provides guidance for protecting the health, safety and welfare of employees working from home.
Toolkit
In case you missed them, here are our five most popular article so far this year, including women and PPE, the four-day week, the cost of safety and the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive.
Discover post-Grenfell Tower reforms impacting building safety regulations. Learn new responsibilities and legal duties for building professionals in this essential webinar...
Webinar
This article from Croner-i sets out the essential legal background information and those checks that managers need to make on work equipment to ensure workers are safe when they use it...
L’Oréal Pune, Manufacturing site, part of the world’s leading global beauty company has won the Fall Prevention Trophy, an award that seeks to draw on best practice and showcase innovation around fall prevention inside the workplace and beyond.
Discover insights on using technology in driver management, influencing drivers, and improving communication. Join our webinar on driving for work strategy...
In this promotional article, SHS Handling Solutions explores the critical relationship between minimising accidents and maximising efficiency in the workplace.
Explore workplace wellbeing strategies: support mental health, promote physical wellness, and enhance job satisfaction. Learn how investing in employee wellbeing benefits both staff and the organisation...
In this guest article, Simon Bradshaw, Cycling Road Safety Manager at Cycling Scotland, Scotland’s national cycling charity, discuss efforts to make the roads safer for vulnerable road users...
As a membership organisation with a truly global reach, having the right conversation at the right time about the prevention agenda provides opportunities to influence and effect change...
Thought Leadership
Fire safety management systems play a crucial role in protecting lives and property, as this article from Croner-i explores...
View or download our booklet, which has tips on preventing falls, burns, suffocation and choking, strangulation, scalds, poisoning, cuts and drowning, plus a handy checklist...
Embracing difference and ensuring inclusivity at work makes good business sense, as well as protecting the safety and health of staff, Becky Spencer reports...
Features
Our Driver Assessor training has formed part of a larger project to reduce transport-related accidents at AO Logistics. Case Study
RoSPA has today appointed a new CEO in its bid to drive a new era of growth and impact...
What are the effects of fatigue on driving and who is most at risk? How can fatigue-related collisions be avoided? Access information and advice by downloading our free factsheet...
Louis Wustemann looks at the growing emphasis on safety and health in ESG measurement and reporting and explores how OSH managers could help set the agenda...
When NRS Healthcare made our free Fall Fighter training mandatory for all of its staff, it received great feedback. Simon Jones, the company's Head of Health and Safety and the Environment, explains...
Becky Spencer reports on businesses who have adopted a four-day working week and looks at the impacts, particularly on health and wellbeing...
What is the legal minimum eyesight standard for driving? Are there any tell-tale signs that would indicate that I might need glasses for driving? How often should I have my eyes tested? Find out in our free factsheet...
Wellbeing initiatives are designed to help everyone feel more satisfied and positive about the time they spend at work, and beyond. Jon Herbert reports in this article from Croner-i...
A trailblazing Health, Safety & Environmental Manager has won a prestigious safety award to celebrate International Women’s Day. Erika Curnow of Hydro Aluminium UK Ltd was awarded the Inspiring Women in Safety Award by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA), pipping many high-ranking challengers to the prize.
This webinar will take you through the latest employment law changes you need to know, and explore how they are going to have a major impact on your business...
Reliability is in many ways a much harder thing to understand than safety failure. A good indication that RoSPA is on the right lines when it says 'Accidents don't have to happen' is that, in reality, only a tiny minority actually do... Thought leadership
RoSPA headed to Westminster last week to discuss the Automated Vehicles Bill
In the first of a series of health and safety law videos, health and safety defence lawyer Simon Joyston-Bechal, Director at Turnstone Law, offers his words of wisdom...
Social housing provider Trent & Dove were awarded the prestigious Sir George Earle Trophy in 2022. The organisation explain how they achieved the Award...
Discover the importance of preventing slips, trips and falls and how you can empower employees with knowledge and toolikits in this informative webinar session...
Drivers and riders who are travelling at inappropriate speeds are more likely to have a collision and their higher speed means that the collision will cause more severe injuries...
This article from Croner-i sets out essential background information and advice on implementing good practice along with highlighting some cases of prosecutions against those failing to do so...
Our Safe at home: Tips for the over-65s booklet offers advice on the biggest risks facing older people in their homes, such as falls, burns and carbon monoxide poisoning...
Long hours, a heavy workload with tight deadlines, fatigue, isolation and loneliness can all contribute to the mental health toll for those who drive for work...
The Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive is set to completely shake up the sustainability compliance landscape – but what will it mean for you and your business?...
To mark National Apprenticeship Week (February 5-11), Jane Warren looks at the huge benefits that health and safety apprentices can bring to organisations...
Croner-i summarise the main factors that employers need to consider to reduce risk among a young workforce, including training, experience and exposure to specific hazards...
EDGE Services recently worked with RoSPA Qualifications to create an innovative new qualification for individuals working with people with dementia...
Discover the importance of fire risk management under UK law and how to comply with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 in our informative webinar session...
With an increasingly diverse workforce, more attention is being drawn to a lack of inclusive PPE for women in construction and what impact this can have on health and safety...
Join us for our webinar on navigating workplace challenges during Ramadan presented by Fiona Liddell, Head of HSE and Risk Management for Serco Middle East...
Rebecca Guy, our Road Safety Manager, England, answers road safety questions submitted to RoSPA. This week - what can I do when walking or cycling to help keep myself and others safe? Find out here... Feature
Rebecca Guy, our Road Safety Manager, England, answers road safety questions submitted to RoSPA. This week - can a child wear a thick jacket in a car seat? Find out here... Feature
In this article from Croner-i, Martin Hodgson explains what systems and procedures you should have in place in case an accident occurs in the workplace...
Dr Karen McDonnell, in collaboration with weather risk management organisation, EHAB, discusses the urgent need to build resilience to climate change into construction projects...
Road Safety Manager for England, Rebecca Guy, considers why it’s so necessary that MOT tests retain their three-year MOT interval period, and looks to the future of vehicle checks in a modern landscape… Feature
Minibuses provide a vital service for many people and organisations. This checklist is to assist anyone, including charities and voluntary organisations, who operate a minibus service to carry passengers... Factsheet
Barchester Healthcare have created thousands of Fall Fighters at their care homes across the UK...
Why managers need to take mental health at work seriously, advice on implementing the necessary arrangements to effectively manage mental health and more...
Becky Spencer looks at the benefits that supporting mental health at work can bring to businesses and their staff...
This insightful webinar is designed to help providers and managers get to grips with the policies and procedures required to register and run a successful social care service... Webinar
Stuart Lovatt, Chairman of TyreSafe, calls for greater awareness of the risks of poor tyre safety after the release of several datasets in 2023...
Our Occupational Health and Safety Policy Adviser, Dr Karen McDonnell, calls for us all to think about the dangers of fatigue – especially when behind the wheel...
Health and safety recruitment expert Laura Aucott offers her top three tips on how to get the health and safety role you want this year...
A new tool designed to calculate the value of safety to any organisation could help strengthen the business case for OSH initiatives but also sell the benefits of a more holistic view of employee care and protection
Construction company Willmott Dixon won a RoSPA Patron's Award for 25 consecutive Gold Awards in 2022. This case study offers a valuable insight into how they meet the safety challenges in their industry…
Despite our great achievements as humans, we are all ultimately the prisoners of both error and gravity. Coping better with either depends on first understanding where our limits really lie, says Roger Bibbings...
International safety organisation APOSHO expands its reach by welcoming RoSPA, reinforcing a commitment to preventing occupational accidents and diseases through global knowledge exchange and collaboration... News
As the new year unfolds, you may grapple with a dip in mood and motivation. Here are some practical strategies you can introduce to help face the challenges January may bring… Feature
Revisit our top five most popular articles this year, including informative webinars that you can watch anytime and in-depth features...
As we kick off the new year, many of us experience a dip in mood and motivation commonly known as the January Blues. Find out more about the causes, and learn strategies to build long-term resilience... Webinar
The Government’s failure to publish a revised road safety strategy contributed to almost 30,000 people killed or seriously injured on our roads last year...
Moore Concrete Products explain how getting the whole company involved in safety has led to them winning an amazing 15 consecutive Gold RoSPA Health and Safety Awards...
If you do business in Europe, the EU’s new ESG reporting law will affect you. Here we take a first look at some of the aspects of health and safety reporting and materiality assessment...
Today, the World Health Organisation released its Global Status Report on Road Safety, with stats showing that the UK has made much less progress in the last decade when compared to the decade before...
If you're concerned about someone’s ability to drive safely, our leaflet ‘Driving Safely for Longer’ provides guidance on continuing to be a safe driver in later life and maintaining the independence having your own vehicle brings...
Dr Karen McDonnell discusses the main risks relating to driver behaviour and how employers can help to tackle them...
An innovative approach to equipment risks at L’Oréal’s North Little Rock plant in Arkansas has transformed safety across the whole organisation...
Many workers in the gig economy are vulnerable road users and employers should understand the value that people add, says our Occupational Health and Safety Policy Adviser, Dr Karen McDonnell..
The gig economy is growing rapidly worldwide. This article from Croner-i provides guidance on responsibilities for protecting the safety and health of gig workers...
Our reflective awards entry process is the first of its kind in the health and safety industry to be recognised with independent certification by the Continuing Professional Development Service... News
The majority of people living with HIV are of working age but many face discrimination at work. In this article, Becky Spencer explains what employers can do to support workers who are affected by HIV...
Good health and safety leadership plays a pivotal role in improving safety performance. By participating in this survey, you'll provide valuable insights into the current state of health and safety leadership in the UK...
Christmas can be a busy and fun time – but it’s vital to keep some basic safety advice in mind, especially when shopping for gifts online...
RoSPA members can access an electrical safety toolkit, produced by Croner-i. This toolkit provides guidance for all organisations on electrical safety when using, maintaining or installing electrical appliances... Toolkit
Matt Cryer, RoSPA's Awards Standards Manager, reveals the most common mistakes made by new awards entrants and the best ways to avoid them...
RoSPA’s Leisure Safety Manager, Carlene McAvoy, explains the key role that RoSPA and the National Water Safety Forum are playing in global efforts to prevent drowning...
Sytner Group is the UK’s largest car dealership and employs 10,000 people nationwide. Find out how the company is using RoSPA’s suite of driver training courses to assess risk...
Winter brings with it a wide range of health and safety hazards which can impact on the running of your business. Join us for an insightful webinar to help organisations prepare for cold weather and mitigate the main risks... Webinar
Statistics on work-related ill health and workplace injuries released today by the Health and Safety Executive show that two million workers in Great Britain reported suffering from work-related ill health in 2022/23. Feature
This article sets out the key requirements of the legislation, describes some recent case law examples where businesses have fallen foul of the law and advises on a step-by-step process that managers can follow to help keep employees safe in their workplace... Feature
A car seat is probably one of the most important purchases you will make for your child, but with so many types and models of car seat on the market, it can be difficult to know where to start and which one to choose... Toolkit
Each year, around 400 women die from mesothelioma caused by asbestos in the UK, yet the majority were not directly exposed to the deadly fibres through their work. So, what is responsible for this toll? Becky Spencer investigates...
Dr Karen McDonnell, our Occupational Health and Safety Policy Adviser and Head of RoSPA Scotland, discusses the main risks relating to driver distraction and how to tackle them...
In 2023, Xylem acheived 14 RoSPA Health and Safety Awards after entering for the first time. Learn about their journey so far and why they decided to enter...
Half a decade since the launch of the first global OSH management systems standard, ISO 45001, Louis Wustemann considers the questions to ask if you are considering certification...
Winter's icy charm can be captivating, but beneath its surface lies a perilous hazard that should never be underestimated. Carlene McAvoy, our Leisure Safety Manager, highlights the risks associated with ice and how to take the necessary precautions...
Find out how safety and health awards, even just the process of applying for them, can help your organisation frame its safety and health work as part of its social responsibilities.
Let's try and investigate - really rigorously and with an open mind - cases where things go right, not just when they do not. Are there not powerful lessons to be learnt right under our noses?
RoSPA members can now download a ISO 45001 toolkit, produced by Croner-i. The toolkit provides step-by-step guidance for implemeting the requirements of ISO 45001 , the main clauses of the standard and links to key information and templates...
As the emphasis in ESG has shifted away from mainly environmental reporting, frameworks have grown to demonstrate OSH performance to investors and corporate customers, says Louis Wustemann...
Inspired by RoSPA’s Fall Fighter campaign, this project aimed to increase awareness of the risks and consequences of falls among older people living in Trent & Dove properties...
After almost two decades at one of the leading accident prevention charities, Errol Taylor has stepped down as its chief executive.
This insightful webinar will delve into the essential aspects of managing mental health in the workplace. Gain valuable knowledge on addressing mental health and stress, and discover the legal obligations that guide you in safeguarding the well-being of your team...
Dr Karen McDonnell, our Occupational Health and Safety Policy Adviser and Head of RoSPA Scotland, highlights the importance of transporting goods safely...
What are the most effective strategies you can apply to prevent falls in the construction industry? Croner-i offer some practical tips to ensure worker safety and reduce accidents on site....
Positively managing the menopause at work by supporting affected employees has huge benefits for their wellbeing, as well as helping employers retain valued members of staff. Jane Warren reports...
Join us for a RoSPA member-exclusive webinar that delves into the strategic use of RoSPA Awards as an annual benchmarking tool.
RoSPA members can now download a new risk assessment toolkit, produced by Croner-i. The toolkit provides step-by-step guidance for planning, carrying out and implementing a risk assessment.
This toolkit provides guidance on supporting staff through the menopause at work. It explains the key issues and provides links to information and resources on the website... Toolkit
More than 2.5 million people in the UK are not currently working because of long-term illness, including 1.3 million due to mental health conditions. Becky Spencer investigates the potential reasons behind this record rise...
Creating effective in-house training can be a daunting task, especially because it is so important to accurately develop the knowledge and skills of our workers...
Croner-i highlight some of the key issues of health and safety in the hospitality industry and explain what employers' responsibilities are....
Learning Nexus won First Class E-Learning Small Provider of the Year at the inaugural RoSPA Qualifications Awards in 2023...
Having a seat at the right table at the right time is a thread that has run through RoSPA’s policy work for decades, says Dr Karen McDonnell....
Discover the importance of seatbelt safety with our comprehensive Factsheet. Learn how to safeguard lives, essential guidelines, and crucial tips for secure journeys. Share this vital resource with your employees...
With Friday’s news that Government plans to block councils imposing 20mph speed limits, RoSPA’s Steve Cole investigates whether it’s the right thing to do
On Menopause Awareness Day, join us for thoughtful insights on menopause in the workplace. Learn about its impact, organisational support, legal considerations, and ensuring a safe environment…
RoSPA's recent collaborative study with Trent & Dove on Fall Prevention has revealed some interesting findings. Most notably that 69% of falls could be avoided with the right support in place. The news comes at the same...
In a RoSPA first, the charity has appointed a Fall Prevention Lead to boost the fight to combat falls in the home. Julia Robinson, a former employee of Trent & Dove Housing, will first tackle...
Matt Cryer, RoSPA Awards Standards Manager, gives some top tips on entering our internationally renowned Health and Safety Awards scheme, which launches for 2024 this week.
Discover the key legal responsibilities for directors and managers, explore recent cases and gain expert advice for effective safety management...
Dr Karen McDonnell on the vital need to be aware of carbon monoxide risks in all spheres of life. CO is a poisonous gas. You can’t see it, hear it, smell it or taste it, and if you breathe it in it can make you seriously ill.
Croner-i explain how employers can manage the key hazards and risks for the safe operation of electric vehicles, future-proofing their fleet while keeping staff and the public safe...
Discover the path to awards success in our upcoming FREE webinar, where we'll be joined by first time award entrants and winners, Viking Raja Group UK...
After winning a Silver Award in 2022 (its first year of entry), Stiller Warehousing & Distribution aimed to achieve a Gold Award in 2023 and were successful in doing so. This case study looks at their journey so far...
Fatigue is a major but under-recognised hazard in the workplace. In support of Sleeptember, Dr Karen McDonnell, offers advice on how employers can tackle the vital issue of fatigue...
The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has launched two new product safety consultations in line with the UK Government's emphasis on smarter regulations. RoSPA members...
Health and safety recruitment expert Laura Aucott talks about how to get ahead with your career by creating a great impression with others in the health and safety sector...
Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a true industry leader and innovator in safety communication. Join RoSPA's "Influencer of the Year 2023", Simon Jones, to find out how to sell safety to your stakeholders ...
If you missed this popular webinar, here's your chance to catch up and watch it on-demand. Whether you're a small start-up, or an established organisation this webinar will help you successfully prepare for the RoSPA Health and Safety Awards...
We’d like to share an important resource designed to bolster your commitment to road safety and the welfare of your employees and their vehicles – our Tyre Safety Factsheet. This gives you insights ranging from selecting the optimal tyres to maintaining appropriate tyre pressure levels.
Advances in AI could revolutionise workplace safety by processing data to identify patterns and hazards, enhancing surveillance, and improving risk management. However, ethical considerations and regulation are crucial as AI takes on decision-making roles...
High Speed Training, an online training provider, won the First Class E-Learning Large Provider of the Year at the 2023 RoSPA Qualifications Awards. Their success is attributed to close collaboration with RoSPA, dedicated product teams, industry partnerships, and robust quality assurance...
Are you eager to propel your organisation's success to new heights? Discover the transformative power of award recognition at our upcoming webinar hosted by Awards Standards Manager, Matt Cryer...
In the wake of the tragic loss of the Titan submersible, the world is abuzz with speculation on its causes. As experts delve into the mystery, one crucial insight emerges: the perilous collision of unbridled risk and lax regulation. Here, we explore the consequences of this dangerous cocktail, challenging the age-old debate on safety deregulation.
Collision risk can be reduced using defensive driving. Join our webinar, hosted by SHP, to discover techniques to navigate roads safely and expert insights on risk management... Webinar
Three-quarters of working days lost in the construction industry are due to work-related illness and people in construction also have a significantly higher risk of some specific conditions than those in other industries... Thought leadership
Falls, and their prevention, ought to lie right at the heart of safety in any setting. Wise up to falls and their prevention and you will have a far bigger impact on people's lives than you might imagine... Thought leadership
In this article from Croner-i, Caroline Raine looks at the challenges of how to manage hazardous waste safely, with a particular focus on dealing with the disposal of lithium batteries...
Learn the importance of effective fire risk management for legal compliance, safety and reputation in our upcoming member webinar with HR and HS expert Amanda Chadwick from Croner-i on September 20...
Our Road Safety Manager, Becky Guy highlights safety considerations for older: declaring medical conditions, the effects of medication and when to retire from driving...
Our campaign to improve safety standards for stair design to reduce the number of deaths and injuries caused by falls resulted in the Government committing to consult on a change to the Building Regulations...
Becky Guy, our Road Safety Manager, England offers her advice on preparing yourself, your route and your vehicle for a long drive to ensure you arrive at your destination safely...
Croner-i look at how to stay safe near water at all times and in all conditions, including drowning prevention, seasonal dangers and risks from contamination, pollution and poor drinking water supplies...
Eighty per cent of the UK’s population have blinds in their homes, but over 70 per cent have never received blind cord safety advice, that’s according to our latest research...
The #SafeFashion campaign raises awareness of the risks surrounding magnets, following concerns of them being used as “fake” tongue piercings and jewellery among youngsters...
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