Topic: Employment law
Accident/incident reporting policyApart from being a legal requirement, proper accident investigation can help prevent further occurrences. Our sample policy makes staff aware of what you expect from them. Accident reportingUnfortunately, accidents ar... Read more
01 Nov 2013
Health and safety policy - arrangementsEmployers with five or more staff are legally required to have a written health and safety policy. Our Health and Safety Policy - Arrangements template will help you to write the last section of your policy.How ... Read more
08 Jul 2010
Equal opportunities training recordThere's no legal requirement to have an equality, diversity and inclusion policy or dignity at work policy or to train your staff on the topic, but we always recommend you do both because it may afford you an import... Read more
14 Aug 2024
Workplace winter precautionsAll employers are under a duty to keep their premises safe for the people that use them, whether their own staff or customers and visitors. The winter months can bring heavy rain, ice or snow that could, if not managed pro... Read more
UPDATED28 Oct 2024
First aid needs assessmentTo keep your employees safe and comply with the law you must have a sufficient level of first aid cover. Use our document to carry out and record your assessment.Do you need to do this?To comply with the Health and Safety (F... Read more
09 Nov 2020
Safe erection and dismantling of tubular scaffoldingTubular scaffolding erected or dismantled incorrectly could lead to accidents involving serious personal injuries. The Work at Height Regulations 2005 require employers to assess all work at height ... Read more
23 Nov 2016
Matters of evident concern checklistThe HSE has employed the services of some 4,000 building inspectors to pick up on safety issues during visits to construction sites. To ensure you don't fall foul of them, use our checklist.InspectionsIn a bid to ca... Read more
17 Dec 2010
Land survey work Carrying out land surveys can present risks to surveyors which, left unmanaged, could cause accidents and potentially put you on the wrong side of the law. Managing the risksTo help you identify the hazards associated with land s... Read more
23 Nov 2016
Safety briefing - vibrationThis briefing provides essential information to staff who use hand-held vibrating tools for prolonged periods. What's covered?The aim of this Safety Briefing - Vibration is to ensure that all staff know how to protect themse... Read more
03 Jul 2015
Safety briefing - use of chainsawsThis briefing provides essential information to workers on the safe use of chainsaws. What's covered?The aim of this Safety Briefing - Use of Chainsaws is to remind well trained workers of the hazards of using chainsa... Read more
07 Sep 2016