HSE recognises the potential challenges when carrying out legal requirements for thorough examination and testing (TE&T) of plant and equipment as a result of additional precautions people need to take to help reduce risk of transmission of COVID-19. The law for Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) and Pressure Systems Safety Regulations (PSSR) remain […]
On Tuesday 14th April 2020, the EU published anticipated guidance on waste and recycling. Please find links and a brief summary below provided by the Scottish Government this afternoon . SUMMARY The guidance is high-level and draws strongly on recommendations from the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). It covers the management of […]
This statement by the Partnership on Health and Safety in Scotland1 (PHASS) is intended to clarify the position. The health and safety of workers remains paramount. Employers must continue to provide workers with information about risks to their health and the actions their employers must take. Joint Statement with The Partnership on Health & Safety […]
The Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) have been asked by the World Health Organisation (WHO) to gather information from OSH professionals around the world about the protection of health and safety of workers in essential public services. They need your opinions and experiences of keeping these workers safe, healthy and productive during this […]
Congratulations to Gregor McGhee, the current vice-chair of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health’s (IOSH) Forth and Tay Branch and his team for winning second prize for both “Innovation” and “Education Through Development” based around the waste management sector. IOSH – Safety, Health and Wellbeing in the World of Work The LOcHER project is […]
The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) publish its fifth Annual Science Review which this year focuses on their contribution to HSE’s regulatory activities. The review delivers case studies of the science, engineering work they have delivered and demonstrates how the HSE uses science and evidence to help Great Britain Work Well. 2020 Annual Science Review
This guidance explains what employers must do in order to protect their workers and keep their businesses open and it covers: Social distancing Essential and non-essential work Safe in-work activity How to Safeguard your staff during the COVID-19 outbreak
The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) continue to provide services for regulating chemicals during COVID-19. For further information on their administrative changes for each chemical regime, and updated details on how they can be contacted are set out below: Regulation of Chemicals During COVID-19
As an employer, you have the same health and safety responsibilities for home workers as for any other workers. If you have people working from home temporarily as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak then please follow the advice below from the Health & Safety Executive (HSE): Protect Home Workers Advice
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE), the Trades Union Congress (TUC) and the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) issue a joint statement to provide workers with information about the risks to their health and the actions their employers must take – especially for those continuing to work away from home. COVID-19 Joint Statement