The Health and Safety Executive reports that slips, trips and falls are the number one cause of non-fatal accidents in the workplace. Your company could lose thousands of pounds in compensation, settlements, and other payments related to injury. Having safe surfaces and non-slip flooring is paramount not only to your business’ funds, but also to your employees’ safety.

Slips and falls are amongst the most common hazards, regardless of location. Fortunately, there are several easy methods of prevention when it’s on your property.

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Many businesses are actively seeking inventory and process tracking technology that meets their requirements. When a company is looking for a tracking solution, barcodes and RFID technologies are frequently compared. 

Although barcodes and RFID are quite similar, there are few major differences that you may be unaware of. Read on to discover the similarities and differences between RFID and barcodes, as well as the criteria for each technology.

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Testing fire alarm systems regularly is a necessity, but are you doing it correctly? According to official British fire safety regulations, your fire alarm should be tested weekly. On top of this, a full fire alarm system inspection should be carried out once every six months.

Below, we’ll look at how often you should be testing the alarms in your building, who’s responsible, and how to test them.

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Knowing the facts and possibilities before picking which material is ideal for your tags will save you time and money.

If you need anything for light-duty or office use, your options are less important. However, industrial job environments will necessitate a little more attention in terms of endurance.

We're removing the overwhelming factor from your decision-making process by producing a list of materials explaining your tag material alternatives. Once you've determined where it will go, whether it will be indoors or outside, and whether it will be temporary or permanent, you'll be able to make your decision.

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Due to climate change, extreme cold weather is becoming more common, and more dangerous. December through to February is when we tend to get the coldest weather in the UK, so this is when you should be on your highest alert for possible risks around you.

Here, we’ll have a look at when cold temperature is dangerous, the effects it could have, and how to keep yourself safe during the winter.

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