A new set of guidelines published by the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is intended to help employers understand their legal obligations in regard to supporting employees with menopausal symptoms. The guidance follows research by the Charted Institute of Personnel and Development, which found that 67% of working women between 40 and 60 who were experiencing menopausal symptoms … Read More
Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill Takes Another Step
Following the inquiry into the Manchester Arena terror attack in May 2017, earlier in 2023, the Government published the draft Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill, also known as Martyn’s Law. This took another step towards becoming law when it was announced in the Kings Speech on November 7 that the Government intended to introduce the necessary legislation in the current … Read More
Free Mental Health E-Learning For Employers Launched
In November 2021, the HSE launched their Working Minds campaign to tackle mental health issues in the workplace. Alongside promoting mental health issues, the campaign includes a dedicated website with resources for employers. Recently, a new free e-learning tool was launched as part of the campaign. The tool is split into six short modules designed to guide employers through what … Read More
Top Of The Charts For Work Related Ill Health
Figures recently released by the HSE show that 1.8 million workers were suffering from new or long-standing work-related health problems, leading to an estimated 31.5 million lost working days. These figures include 672,000 new cases of work-related ill health in 2022/23. Stress, anxiety, and depression were the most common types of ill health, with 875,000 sufferers representing 49% of all … Read More
Top Of The Charts For Work Related Injury
Figures recently released by the HSE show that 60,645 non-fatal work-related injuries were reported by employers under the RIDDOR regulations in 2022/23. Only certain injuries and incidents are reportable under these regulations, and the Labour Force Survey estimates that a total of 561,000 workers suffered a non-fatal workplace injury in the same period. In addition, 135 workers died as a … Read More
New Guidance Issued For Sending Bulk Email Communications
The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) recently updated their guidance for organisations on email security, in particular when sending bulk communications such as mailshots using the “BCC” facility. From an information security point of view, if you are able to identify a living person (either directly or indirectly) from an email address, then that email address counts as “personal data” and … Read More
Emprocom Re-brands to PIB Risk Management
We are delighted to share the exciting news that, as of 2nd January 2024, Emprocom Health & Safety has officially transitioned into PIB Risk Management. This change marks a significant milestone since Emprocom joined the PIB Group in November 2022. The existing Emprocom team comprising of Carl, Ross, Paige, Paul, Jamie, Lee, Nigel, and Gemma are now an integral part … Read More
Working Safely in Winter Conditions
Not surprisingly there can be an increased risk of accidents in the autumn and winter months. Leaves falling onto paths can make them wet and slippery increasing the risks of slips and trips, shorter hours of daylight and spells of cold weather bringing snow and ice can also make for trickier conditions. Recent bad weather has seen storms and flooding … Read More
A New Chapter in Partnership
We’re delighted to share the exciting news about official opening of the new PIB stand at Harrogate Town Football Club, an accomplishment that has been the result of tremendous effort over the past few months. This innovative stand not only allows the club to welcome a record number of away supporters but also enhances the seating options available for visitors. … Read More
Preventing Pollution at New Burial Sites
As part of a revised approach to regulating new cemetery developments the Environment Agency recently updated their guidance on undertaking groundwater risk assessment for human and animal burials. A groundwater risk assessment for burial in a cemetery, individual burials and the burial of pets and animal carcasses can be required in the following circumstances: As part of a planning application … Read More