Workplace and Environment

General building maintenance above ground levelCarrying out general building maintenance above ground level can present risks to staff, which left unmanaged could cause accidents and potentially put you on the wrong side of the law.Managing the risks... Read more

Risk assessment - embalmingThere are many hazards associated with the embalming process that can present risks to staff. Left unmanaged, these could cause accidents and potentially put you on the wrong side of the law.Managing the risksTo help you id... Read more

Fire precautions - means of escapeEnsuring that your premises has adequate means of escape is about the most critical part of your fire risk assessment. Use our form to record what's in place and check that it's suitable.How to use the formMeans of esc... Read more

Fire precautions - signageAs part of your fire risk assessment you should check that you've displayed all the correct signs. On displayFire signage should cover fire exits and escape routes, fire fighting equipment, action in the event of fire, inform... Read more

Fire precautions - inspection, maintenance and testingManaging fire safety isn't something that's completed once and then forgotten about. Doing it properly involves regular checks, inspections and maintenance.  Use our form to evaluate your current a... Read more

Fire precautions - fire detection and warning systemsWhen carrying out a fire risk assessment, one important area to evaluate is whether there's a good enough system for alerting occupants to a fire. Use our form to assess your building.What's included... Read more

Fire precautions - procedures and trainingA key stage of the fire risk assessment process is to identify what procedures and training are required. Use our fire precautions - procedures and training form to evaluate your current arrangements.What's co... Read more

Managing slips, trips and falls in an office environmentSlips, trips and falls can present a major hazard in an office environment. If the risks are not managed properly, this could lead to accidents resulting in personal injuries.Managing the risksT... Read more

COSHH/DSEAR assessment - used motor and transmission oilIf your staff are involved in handling used engine oils etc., you'll need to make sure that skin contact is kept to a minimum. For sensible precautions apply our assessment.AssessmentEmployers are... Read more

Risk assessment - cutting and preparing stoneCutting and preparing stone is a high-risk activity if not managed properly. Not only does the equipment used have the potential to cause injury, the dusts produced can cause ill health.What to doTo reduce... Read more