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There are a number of ways in which you can help keep your employees safe during the current pandemic - from hand gels and face masks, to sanitiser stations and full-body coveralls. With COVID-19 unlikely to be disappearing anytime soon, these extra measures can be put in place to help minimise spread of the virus and to offer a sense...

Glass walls create a fresh, modern and vibrant environment for an office and are a firm favourite with many businesses. Keeping them free from dust, fingerprint smudges and grubby marks is essential to ensure your premises look welcoming and inviting to clients and visitors. A regular cleaning routine is essential and glass walls ideally should be cleaned twice a week...

Buying cleaning and janitorial products in bulk can be a great solution for many firms but it isn't the best option for everybody. Here we look at the advantages and disadvantages to bulk buying to help work out if it's the right choice for you. Storage & Usage A primary consideration when thinking about bulk buying is the storage space...

The majority of hazards are easy enough to avoid with a little bit of forward planning. Trips and falls in the workplace can cost firms a great deal of money and time associated with an incident as well as the recovery time for the unfortunate member of staff who has been injured. Here are some ways to prevent incidents such...

We are now heading into the deep midwinter and while many of us would rather stay at home in the warm, work must go on. It is an employer's job to make sure that their employees are protected from winter hazards and especially winter temperatures. When a workers' body overheats or cools down, they will lose concentration and motivation to...

Any employer with workers who are engaged in any duties that might be harmful to their eyes and face knows that they have certain duties in relation to the provision of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). But how do you choose the right type of equipment? There are many types of goggles and glasses available. General Rules The Health and Safety...

Winter weather can present substantial challenges to a business and it is important to be prepared so that you are able to stay open and continue to operate as usual. Preparing for Winter Ensure that staff and customers are able to access your premises safely by preventing paths and driveways from presenting slip hazards in icy weather. You may choose...

Safety of employees is a major issue and employers have a duty to ensure that the necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided and used in work environments that present risks. Types of Safety Equipment Personal protective safety equipment covers a range of items needed in different occupations. For example, in the construction industry, hard hats, safety helmets or hard...

We spend as much time at work as we do at home - or at least it feels that way sometimes. If you want a successful business, creating an inviting workplace for your employees is essential. After all, your business wouldn't be able to run without them. Here are some ways in which you can make your workplace a pleasant...

While this summer doesn't yet look as though it's going to be a record-breaker like that of 2018, much of the country has been enjoying hot, sunny days with plenty more forecast over the coming weeks. As an employer, what responsibilities do you have for your staff in warm weather and should you be making any adjustments to their workwear...