Why should every business conduct a risk assessment? How can I conduct a risk assessment? And what are the benefits to conducting a risk assessment? These are some very important questions that this blog will answer. Why should we conduct a risk assessment? Risk assessments are a legal requirement under the Management of Health and … Continued

Did your 2023 New Years’ resolution include to improve the health and safety of your business? Are you unsure of where to begin? PHSS is here to help!   ERIC SP Hierarchy of control Let’s take a look at the best ways to control hazards and risks in your workplace to help keep your employees … Continued

Welcome back to work!   We hope that you have had a lovely time spent at home with friends and family, playing with your new presents, enjoying some party games, and avoiding the worst of the excess of the holiday season.   We know that the transition back to work can be difficult, but we … Continued

Why workplace health and safety inspections are important Workplace health and safety inspections are crucial – no matter the industry, company size or daily activities. These inspections can identify existing and potential future hazards and can ensure that your workplace remains compliant with all legislation. This will help to assure a healthy and safe working … Continued

Company culture shows the values and fundamental beliefs held by those working within that company. It is often one of the biggest deciding factors for employees when looking for a new company to work for, and people are far more likely to be happy at work if the company culture aligns with their own beliefs. … Continued

Why is mental health important in the workplace? Each year approximately 1 in 4 people in the UK will experience a mental health condition and at least 1 in 6 employees experience common mental health problems in the workplace.   Research has shown that work is the biggest cause of stress which can stop people … Continued

What is the science of ergonomics? “Ergonomics is a science concerned with the ‘fit’ between people and their work. It puts people first, taking account of their capabilities and limitations. Ergonomics aims to make sure that tasks, equipment, information and the environment fit each worker.”   The application of ergonomics is crucial for the health … Continued

A recent publication from the Health and Safety Executive provides an insightful and comprehensive analysis of fatal injuries in the workplace in Great Britain in 2022. The report provides headline numbers on deaths resulting from a work-related accident in 2021/22 that were reportable under the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) to … Continued

In recent years outsourcing has become a popular practice for businesses seeking to grow. This has accelerated greatly in recent years, with the pandemic causing businesses to evaluate which functions are essential to their operation, and those in which they do not excel, which for many businesses is health and safety. Outsourcing is an agreement … Continued