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In an in-depth article on using vaping to quit smoking, the NHS stated that vaping is substantially less harmful than smoking. However, despite recommending vaping as an effective tool for quitting smoking, the NHS advises non-smokers and young people against taking up the habit because it is not completely risk-free. This is an important distinction…

Heavy machinery, corrosive chemicals, and the physically demanding nature of the job all combine to make factories a high-risk workplace. In this fast-paced environment, factory accidents can cause a vast range of injuries including catastrophic injuries and even fatalities. Under these circumstances, it’s more important than ever for employers as well as workers to be…

Workplace safety is a cornerstone of any successful business and risk assessments play a vital role in ensuring a safe and healthy environment for employees, contractors and visitors. In the UK, conducting risk assessments is not just good practice, it’s a legal requirement under health and safety laws, including the Management of Health and Safety…

Loading vehicles properly at warehouses and factories helps to ensure that the goods get transported smoothly, promptly, and without any incident from one location to another. However, sometimes, timely deliveries can take precedence over safety, causing workers to ignore laid-down precautions and take risky shortcuts. These shortcuts can jeopardise the safety of the workers and…

Plastic surgery has come a long way since it was first used by Harold Gilles to reconstruct injured soldiers' faces during the First World War. The techniques have improved tremendously, with most procedures producing excellent results with low risks. However, this is an invasive procedure and like all other invasive procedures, there are some risks…

As temperatures soar due to "climate change", protecting ourselves from heatstroke and heat exhaustion becomes ever more important. With high temperatures posing potentially life-threatening dangers, understanding how to cope with soaring mercury levels is a skill that can save lives. In this article, we provide essential tips to beat the heat and stay safe this…

After long months of drab, dull, rainy weather we just can’t wait for those hot sunny summer days. Being able to bask in the sun is definitely a welcome change from having to put on layers of warm, waterproof clothing. Sometimes, however, the weather can get a little too hot to handle. Soaring temperatures can…

Slips, trips, and falls are among the most common causes of workplace injuries and can have serious consequences, including broken bones, head injuries, and even fatalities. According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), slips, trips, and falls (on the same level) are the leading cause of workplace injuries in the UK. The good news…

Using nasal tanning sprays is all the rage today, thanks in large part to viral videos created by social media influencers highlighting the ‘magical’ effects of these little devices. The truth is nasal tanning sprays do work as these influencers say they do. However, what nobody is talking about are the many risks associated with…

From putting safety measures in place to increasing productivity and boosting your bottom line, there’s a lot of factors that go into running a workplace. Do you really need to add ergonomics to that list? Interestingly, ergonomics can impact all of the above factors. It plays a key role in making a workplace safe, successful,…