Road traffic accidents are the leading cause of death among people aged 5-29 around the world. However, it’s reported that a high proportion of these accidents could be prevented.
With that in mind, let’s take a look at how to drive safely in a neighbourhood where there are lots of children. Here, we’ll highlight what motorists should pay attention to considering the unpredictable behaviour of vulnerable children, and the meanings of relevant hazard-warning signs.
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A safe working environment creates a more protective, productive and prosperous business. However, there are several reasons why employees might not want to report hazard warning signs that they find. This can lead to accidents and other consequences should the hazard stay unreported.
Here to support employers, this guide will show them how to encourage their workforce to become more comfortable with reporting work hazards.
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Used across a variety of industries and for multiple purposes, compressed air and gases are associated with various hazards. Although both are kept under high pressure, they take different forms. Compressed air is kept exclusively for the powering of mechanical devices such as pneumatic tools and compressed air systems. Compressed gases are typically kept in solid cylinders to be safely dispensed through a control valve.
Given the associated risks, we’ll focus on the safest storage and handling methods in this blog, specifying the signage that should be put in place for the maintenance of gas and air compressor safety.
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As an employer, it’s vital that you support all your employees. To create an inclusive workplace, you need to be paying particular attention to making the space accessible for minority groups, and ensuring those with disabilities are able to thrive in your work environment.
Some of the support systems you’ll need to put in place regarding disability in the workplace depend on the specifics of the individual, but there are also more general measures you can implement to ensure that everyone feels safe and welcome.
In this guide, we’ll look at how to promote disability in the workplace.
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As we go about our daily routines, we may not realise that the very ground we tread upon can harbour unseen dangers that pose risks to both our health and the environment.
In this blog, we’ll discuss the common questions surrounding contaminated land and shed light on its profound implications. Whether you are an environmental enthusiast, a concerned citizen, or simply seeking to expand your knowledge of contaminated land, you’ve arrived at the right place.
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