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Friday 15th July, 20255 minute read UK summers are no longer mild and predictable. Over the past decade, average summer temperatures have steadily risen, and we are now experiencing hotter, longer, and more intense warm periods. Prolonged heat waves, sharp spikes in humidity, and unseasonably high temperatures are quickly becoming the norm. This shift is… Continue reading Stay Cool, Safe & Productive: Preparing Your Workforce for a Hotter Summer

Friday 25th July, 20255 minute read Across the UK, thousands of people walk onto high-risk worksites every day—construction sites, logistics hubs, FM-managed buildings, industrial facilities and more. These environments are complex, fast-paced, and often hazardous. Amid the machinery, people, and constant movement, one of the most vital yet overlooked safety tools remains: signage. Site signage… Continue reading Why Site Signage Matters: Protecting People, Property and Performance

Thursday 26th June, 20255 minute read In professional cleaning, it’s often the simplest habits that make the biggest impact. One such technique is how you fold your cleaning cloth. It may seem minor, but the benefits of folding an all-purpose cloth into eight clean sides are significant across hygiene, efficiency, cost-saving, and audit-readiness. By folding… Continue reading The Power of the Fold: Better hygiene, less waste & more time

Monday 9th June, 20253-5 minute read Understanding behaviour is the first step towards changing it We all know the type. The colleague who skips the goggles because it’s “only a quick job.” The seasoned pro who climbs two rungs too high without a harness. The driver who doesn’t bother with a seatbelt for short runs… Continue reading Why do we ignore safety warnings: Even when we know better?

With UK Summers getting hotter and longer, ensuring your workforce is equipped with lightweight, breathable PPE isn’t just a comfort issue — it’s a safety essential. Heat stress can lead to fatigue, dizziness, reduced concentration, and serious health risks. According to the HSE, high temperatures can impair both physical and mental performance, while the Met… Continue reading Good, Better, Best: Summer Safety – Choosing the Right Lightweight Hi-Vis

As temperatures in the UK begin to grow hotter and more unpredictable, businesses must adapt quickly to protect their workforce from the mounting risks of working in high temperatures.  The summer of 2024 saw multiple heat alerts issued nationwide, and early forecasts for 2025 suggest more of the same, if not worse. Managing heat exposure… Continue reading Summer Safety Toolkit: Must have PPE when temperatures soar

In many UK industries — from busy construction sites to loud manufacturing facilities and logistics hubs — workplace noise is often seen as an unavoidable part of the job. But exposure to excessive noise can have serious and permanent consequences. Unlike visible injuries, noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) develops gradually, and once the damage is done,… Continue reading Understanding Noise Risks: A Practical Guide to Hearing Protection

In hazardous work environments, protecting your eyes is non-negotiable. Whether you work in construction, manufacturing, or laboratory settings, safety eyewear is essential in preventing workplace injuries. But what if you require prescription lenses? That’s where prescription safety eyewear comes in—combining corrective vision with high-impact protection to ensure clarity and safety at all times. Choosing the… Continue reading Protecting Your Vision: The Importance of Prescription Safety Eyewear

With the UK government’s Simpler Recycling rules set to take effect from 31 March 2025 (or 2027 for micro firms), the time to act is now. Businesses must ensure they properly sort and manage their recyclable waste to avoid severe financial penalties. These regulations aim to create a consistent waste management system across England, reducing… Continue reading The Cost of Non-Compliance: Act now on simpler recycling

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and workwear are critical for ensuring workplace safety, yet for decades, these essential garments have been designed primarily with men in mind. The assumption that a “one-size-fits-all” approach is sufficient has resulted in widespread issues for women, whose safety and comfort are often compromised by ill-fitting gear. Women now make up… Continue reading Symmetry Within Safety: The Right Fit for Every Woman in Every Industry