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Toxic Workdays: Air Pollution Linked to Rising Workplace Health Risks

Air pollution poses a growing threat to workforce health, with new data linking it to long-term illness, cognitive decline and lost productivity.

British Airways Fined £3.2m After Heathrow Falls Leave Workers Seriously Injured

Two Heathrow baggage handlers were “fortunate to be alive” after falls, prompting safety warnings from HSE.

Stone Dust Negligence: Workers’ Safety Compromised at Stone Firm

The breaches, which left employees vulnerable to life-threatening health conditions, led to a £20,000 fine for the company and its director.

89% of employers seek better insight into employee wellbeing risks

89% of employers stated it would be valuable to have a better understanding of the health and wellbeing of their employees.

Most common health and safety myths debunked!

A lot of myths about health & safety continue to cling on in the public consciousness. Here are five of the most common misconceptions around health & safety debunked.

Global employers urged to take urgent action on communicable diseases  

The Pan American Health Organization has issued an update on Oropouche Fever1, continued MPOX outbreaks, and warnings of a new Covid strain.

Half of the population at risk of panic in a health emergency

Experts have sounded the alarm for workplaces to urgently invest in first aid training, with 49% admitting they would feel panicked during a health emergency.

Revealed: The London tube lines with months of bacteria buildup…

With UK meningitis cases nearly doubling to 396 in the past year, including 33 deaths, public concern about bacteria and viruses is growing.

Sarah Piddington: The holistic approach to workplace safety and why mindfulness matters

A holistic approach to workplace safety recognises that the mind and body are interconnected and that safety extends beyond the absence of physical dangers.

Paul Sesay: How to support employees during times of racial unrest

During these troubling times, now is the time for employers to step up, step forward, and offer unwavering support to employees who may be struggling.
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