A new bill that includes proposals to manage the risk of e-bike battery fires has been announced in the King’s Speech in July. The Product Safety and Metrology Bill is intended to support businesses and protect consumers through product regulation. It particularly aims to manage new technologies such as AI and deal with existing challenges associated with new technologies, such … Read More
Updated Chemicals Code of Practice in Ireland
The Health and Safety Authority in the Republic of Ireland has published a new code of practice regarding the use of chemical agents and carcinogens. The new Code of Practice combines the 2001 Carcinogen Regulations with its amendments in 2015 and 2019. The Code of Practice outlines various chemical agents and carcinogens and the Occupational Exposure Limit Values associated with … Read More
Grand opening of PIB’s new Chesterfield branch
We are pleased to announce the opening of our new branch in the heart of Derbyshire. The new site in Chesterfield is designed to enhance service delivery and support in the local region, bringing together our teams from PIB Risk Management and PIB Insurance Brokers. This expansion not only underscores our commitment to growth but also reflects our dedication to … Read More
Green Hydrogen Production Guidance Launched
New guidance published by the Environment Agency provides information on emerging techniques in the production of hydrogen by the electrolysis of water (green hydrogen) and information on how to minimise the environmental impacts. The guidance follows the announcement of 11 major green hydrogen production projects in the UK over the next three years. The guidance, developed in cooperation with industry … Read More
Free Net Zero Transition Guide From British Standards
British Standards have released a new Code of Practice guide designed to help organisations transition to net zero carbon dioxide emissions. In support of the government’s net zero strategy to decarbonise all sectors of the economy and meet a 2050 net zero target, the guide, BSI Flex 3030 v1.0:2024-03 Net Zero Transition Plans, focuses on how an organisation should set … Read More
Crackdown on Retail Violence Announced
Following on from our previous article highlighting the recent increases in retail violence shown in the British Retail Consortium’s crime report, the Government has announced plans for a new criminal offence and outlined a series of other measures to target abusive shoppers in a policy paper. The new criminal offense is part of a policy paper, ‘Fighting retail crime: more … Read More
Sleep Out to Help Out with Nugent – Fundraising for Nugent Care 2019
In a powerful display of solidarity and support, Russel Hatton, PIB Risk Management’s Key Account Manager, alongside Paul Ferguson, PIB Insurance Branch Director for Liverpool, participated in a sponsored sleep-out event with Nugent Care in April. By sacrificing their beds for a single night, they sought to gain insight into the challenges faced by the homeless community while raising funds … Read More
Survey Shows Increase in Violence and Abuse in the Retail Sector
The latest annual crime survey report released by the British Retail Consortium (BRC) shows a massive increase in violence and abuse as well as customer theft in 2022/23 compared to 2021/22. Some key statistics from the report regarding violence and abuse in the retail sector include: There are over 1,300 violent or abusive incidents towards retail workers a day, up … Read More
First Ever No Falls Week Announced
The No Falls Foundation has announced the first ever No Falls Week to take place from the 13th to the 17th of May. The No Falls Foundation is a charity dedicated to preventing falls from height and helping those affected by life-changing injuries from such falls. They work with a number of partners, including organisations like IPAF, the Ladder Association, … Read More
Keep Cool And Healthy – Updated Legionella Guidance
Legionnaires’ disease is a potentially fatal form of pneumonia. The bacteria that cause the disease are found naturally in environmental water sources such as rivers, lakes, and reservoirs and generally pose no problems. However, they can also grow in purpose-built water systems such as hot and cold water systems, whirlpool spas and cooling towers, and evaporative condensers such as those … Read More