The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and festivity. However, it can also bring about unique challenges in the workplace, ranging from increased stress levels to potential safety hazards. As businesses gear up for the holiday rush, it’s essential to prioritise both the well-being of employees and maintaining a safe work environment. The … Continued

As the temperature drops and we all collectively agree that the only thing colder than the weather is our enthusiasm for it, winter is fast approaching. The chilly season comes with its own set of challenges, especially for those who need to work and commute. Each year, snow, ice, wind, rain, and fog impact the … Continued

In recent years, Virtual Reality (VR) technology has made significant strides in various industries, and one of the most promising applications is in health and safety training. Traditionally, safety training courses have relied on lectures, manuals, and practical exercises. While we do not wish to dismiss the importance of traditional training, VR has emerged as … Continued

Prioritising mental health and wellbeing in the workplace is not only beneficial for individuals but also for organisations as a whole. The mental health of employees directly impacts their productivity, job satisfaction, and overall wellbeing. Valuing your teams’ mental health and wellbeing might just lead to increased motivation, creativity, and productivity. However, neglecting this crucial … Continued

When you hear the terms “safety culture” and “compliance”, it’s easy to think they’re interchangeable. But the reality couldn’t be further from the truth. Both elements are key in running a successful, safe, and lawful organization, yet they serve different purposes.So, what is the difference between safety culture and compliance? Why is it vital that … Continued

In today’s digital era, it isn’t surprising that eLearning is rapidly replacing traditional classroom-style training. The eLearning industry has grown over 900% since 2000 and only continues to grow exponentially. The rise in its popularity is linked to the numerous benefits that extend to both the company and its employees from this mode of learning. … Continued

What do you think of when you hear the words ‘health and safety’? Do you think of unnecessary interference, maybe unfair enforcement, or just downright ‘killjoys’? Or do you think of a core value that is significant in safeguarding employees’ health, safety and wellbeing, enhancing productivity, and strengthening businesses’ reputation? Health and safety, once considered … Continued

Fires can devastate buildings, workplaces, and lives in a matter of minutes. With the power to cause major damage to property and delays to project deadlines, a fire could set back or potentially end all your hard work. Most importantly, fires can pose a serious threat to life. Fire Risk Assessments are therefore an essential … Continued

Running an event is a difficult and complex process which is influenced by several factors. From planning to execution, teams of planners, caterers, suppliers, security, and many more, need to pull together to ensure the event runs smoothly. The ‘here today, gone tomorrow’ mindset in Event Management makes planning extremely time sensitive and there are … Continued

If you’re not familiar with the world of health and safety, a quick Google search can easily overwhelm you with a myriad of models, methodologies, and templates that all promise to help you and your business have a “streamlined” approach, effectively building your health and safety strategy further.  So, what if there was a simple-to-follow … Continued

There are going to be a lot of important conversations this week. Some up-lifting, some hard to hear. All of them necessary.   Mental Health Awareness week allows us to fully immerse ourselves in needed discussions, and over the years there has been an incredible emphasis on how we can implement mental health into our … Continued

The team at PHSS are very excited to announce the launch of our newly redesigned website! We wanted to give our site a bit of an overhaul to ensure the best possible experience for anyone who visits it, so that they can find out exactly what they need to know. We teamed up with the … 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 health and safety important in the workplace? Protecting peoples’ health and keeping them safe from harm is fundamental to a successful business. Failure to do so can lead to prosecution, reputation damage, poor productivity and  ultimately – financial losses. Having good health and safety policies and procedures in place ensures that companies can … Continued