As the festive season approaches, we want to take a moment to reflect on the year we’ve had and extend our heartfelt thanks to all our clients, their teams, and their families. 2024 has been another year full of challenges and opportunities in the world

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has released its annual report, revealing sobering statistics about work-related illnesses, injuries, and fatalities in Great Britain for the year 2023/24. Among the key findings, an alarming 33.7 million working days were lost due to work-related health issues and

An engineering company has been fined £500,000 after an 18-year-old apprentice lost his finger in a serious workplace incident. The accident occurred at Proline Engineering Limited in Greater Manchester, just a month into the apprentice’s placement. Following a brief verbal training, he was left unsupervised

As Halloween approaches, it’s time to ensure your workplace stays as safe as can be—with no tricks, only effective safety practices! At Health & Safety Mentor, we’re committed to helping you tackle health and safety head-on, whether through custom risk assessments, staff training, or just

At Health and Safety Mentor, we understand that workplace safety is non-negotiable. A recent incident involving renown food manufacturer Kerry Ingredients highlights the devastating consequences of neglecting safety protocols. Kerry Ingredients was fined £360,000 after a 39 year old worker tragically lost several fingers in

Recent research has revealed a staggering statistic: 68% of UK businesses are likely to fail on-the-spot Health and Safety Executive (HSE) inspections. At HSM, we understand the importance of maintaining compliance to ensure the safety of your workforce and avoid costly penalties. You can read

In today’s competitive business landscape, the significance of health and safety (H&S) compliance extends far beyond mere regulatory adherence. It’s a pivotal aspect of a company’s identity, influencing its reputation among clients, partners, and within the broader industry. A robust H&S framework not only safeguards

As the Christmas lights brighten our streets and the year comes to a thoughtful close, we at Health and Safety Mentor wish each of you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. To all our clients and their families, may this festive period

The festive season brings a unique set of challenges for small businesses, especially in the retail and manufacturing sectors. While it’s a time for increased sales and production, it’s also crucial to keep health and safety at the forefront. This article will guide you through

In a world where efficiency and compliance are paramount, Health and Safety Mentor is at the forefront of revolutionising how small businesses manage their health and safety requirements. From fire risk management to employee well-being, HSM has consistently provided innovative solutions. Our latest endeavour? Moving

As part of our unwavering commitment to transforming health and safety practices across the board, we’re thrilled to introduce “HSM Briefings,” an innovative, user-friendly toolkit offering a comprehensive array of 30 briefings on a multitude of health and safety topics. A key component of our

In an increasingly dynamic and interconnected business world, the importance of health and safety measures in the workplace cannot be overstated. At Health and Safety Mentor (HSM), we are committed to helping businesses build a safer, healthier, and more productive environment. It is in this

At HSM we are always trying to provide value to our existing customers. It’s not just new customers that should get the juicy offers! We’ve designed a “Managers IOSH” course for existing clients only, and at £199 it offers exceptional value. The course is delivered

It’s the great “back to work” month and while many dread the long dark days of January, we like to use it as an opportunity to refresh a few things – and make a few changes for the year ahead with a brand new Mental

And just like that, another year has flown by – where does the time go?

When the office parties have been celebrated, the get togethers finished and the well-wishes and cards have been exchanged – all that’s left to do is lock up and enjoy the Christmas break. But, make sure you don’t forgot this important something.

A day in the life of a Health & Safety Consultant can be busy and varied, as no two clients or workplaces are the same. Our consultant’s day starts early, as he has four clients to visit in and around London. Come along with Cerith

When someone suffers sudden cardiac arrest, their chance of survival decreases approximately 10% for every minute without CPR and/or defibrillation. Therefore early recognition of the signs of Sudden Cardiac Arrest is critical to helping save more lives in the workplace. The latest European Resuscitation Council

The Fire Safety Bill was introduced in March 2020 following the tragedy at the Grenfell Tower (in June 2017). The bill was made into law on 29th April 2021. It is specific area concern is multi-dwelling residential buildings, crucially the external walls of the building

As the office Christmas tree come out the cupboard and workplaces colleagues pluck out a hat whom they are buying secret santa for this year, we thought that it would be worthwhile covering some of the health and safety basics so that you can indeed

Fire Risk Assessments are a legal requirement under the Regulatory Reform Order (2005) and now the Fire Safety Act 2021. Furthermore, in addition to being a legal requirement, Fire Risk Assessments, appropriate Fire Safety Measures and Fire Safety Plans are often required as part of

With an increased number of employees working from home as Covid continues, we look at the employer’s responsibility towards staff members with the added impact of the (surprising!) hot weather in this British Summer.

With the return to the workplace with added two more packages aimed squarely at offices and workplaces helping them smooth the return to the work.

Fires are the cause of many tragedies every year in the UK, however, most are preventable simply by adopting the right behaviours and correct procedures. We quite often find upon entering a premises that there are a number of areas of fault that are easily

Why safety training then?  Accidents and ill health are real in the workplace today.  Whilst the UK leads the way in worker safety and rights, people are still dying at work and hundreds of thousands of workplace injuries happen every year.  Tens of millions of

With competition for contracts and jobs now at an all-time high, the question of how to get an advantage is one that comes up in business. What can you do to be better than your rivals? Well, there are lots of things you can do

Implementing robust health and safety policies & procedures is vital for every organisation. They help demonstrate that you care for your workforce and customers, promoting improved safety, morale and trust. But the benefits don’t end there. Good health and safety practices also protect your organisation

Have you had a fire & general risk assessment carried out for the communal areas in your flats or apartment blocks?

We bring you a brand new downloadable guide, perfect for landlords and managing agents interested in understanding the risks in managing these areas. Download today.

Life is not normal at present; the workplace is somewhere that we might not have been for many months. Download our guide to the Covid Secure workplace today.

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