Health & Safety

Despite what many organisations may think, health and safety laws are not devised to make life as difficult as possible for struggling businesses.

As snow is forecast I thought it would make sense to post an article on this subject

Every time snow falls or is forecast we receive calls and emails asking Will I be sued if I clear snow from a Path? or Do I have to keep my Car Park Clear?

In this Olympic year, it’s only natural for our minds to turn to the film ‘Chariots of Fire’ and Vangelis’ theme music – particularly after Mr Bean’s virtuoso performance in the Olympics Opening Ceremony. However, the sight of ‘chariots of fire’ is not always welcome: think seeing the Norfolk Fire Service battling to save your business in the early hours, and whether you have the contingencies and insurance to survive total loss like Aylsham Kitchen and Bathroom Centre and you’ll see what I mean!

The outbreak of Legionnaire’s Disease in Edinburgh has caught media headlines; one fatality, 88 in hospital (14 in Intensive Care), three Improvement Notices from HSE. It’s been 10 years since something similar has happened (Barrow-in-Furness; 180 cases, 7 fatalities, one manslaughter conviction). As it can be a work-related health and safety hazard, we thought it about time to dust off the key facts for you.

What actually is health and safety? What do I actually have to do?? A Health and Safety Wizard’s overview of what you need in your potion cabinet, to work some safety magic over your business.....