HSE has recently revised two publications on first aid at work: 1. First Aid at Work: Guidance on Regulations (L74) This publication outlines the necessary steps to ensure adequate first aid provision in the workplace. The updates now highlight employers’ responsibilities to consider employees’ mental health in their first aid needs assessment. 2. Selecting a […]
In March 2023, WISH released a position statement addressing the safe utilisation of RCV (refuse collection vehicle – bin lorry) bin-lift equipment in automatic mode. This fact sheet, issued in January 2024 by WISH, builds upon the aforementioned statement, incorporating advancements since its issuance. It is expected that this sheet will undergo revisions and updates […]
WISH has issued “Information Note 23”, providing guidance on the control of bioaerosols which are a complex mixture of bacteria, fungal spores, and other fragments of biological origin that are suspended in the air. When organic waste, such as domestic, garden and food waste is stored for any period, the naturally occurring microorganisms can multiply […]
A recent independent review of the skills has been published which makes a series of recommendations and suggested major structural reforms to the current way skills are delivered to prepare for economic transformation and enable Scotland to prosper with a skilled workforce as outlined in the National Strategy for Economic Transformation (NSET). James Withers’ Independent […]
As an employer, you are responsible for managing health and safety in your company. This involves managing risks and taking practical steps to protect workers and others from harm. Managing risk is just one part of health and safety management. You must also have arrangements in place to: Make the right plans Implement those plans […]
HSE refresh its guidance on violence at work to assist you in protecting your workers. Updates include: A simplified navigation to help you easily find the information you need Removal of outdated content with the replacement of up-to-date practical guidance This guidance also explains what work-related violence and aggression is and how employers can protect […]
SWITCH Forum has been closing out their year-end activities. We are delighted to have successfully delivered a high quality and well received course for supervisor and team leaders and module 1 is soon to finish but the follow-on module 2 is scheduled for next couple of months. We are also putting finishing touches to our […]
Violence and aggression at work can have a serious impact on your workers physical and mental health. This HSE guidance will help you assess the risks, put the right controls in place to protect workers and report incidents and learn from them. Our front-line workers face this type of unacceptable behaviour on a far too regular basis. […]
Delighted to hear that the Chartered Institute of Waste Management have launched a new “Technical Grade Membership”. Previously CIWM’s Chartered membership was for graduates but it is great to see the recognition of technical qualifications (CoTC). CIWM’s Technical Membership represents the significant technical skills acquired by technical and operational staff. Its shows a commitment to […]
A survey was conducted in Autumn 2022 to gain insight from CIWM members and non members on their experiences of sector job and skill requirements. Survey results will be used to contribute to a wider research project which will provide insight to support government decision making, as well as providing valuable data to employers across […]