HSE defined a need for an improved training methodology for escape respiratory protective devices, essentially
Category: Risk
Myth of the month - January 2008
Dispelling the myth that Safety Experts’ New Year resolution is to make the life of business people as miserable as
HSE warning after member of the public killed by collapsing wall
The HSE has warned of the dangers of not segregating the public from construction sites. The warning follows
Assessment of gas detection strategies for offshore
The aim of the study is to undertake Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) modelling to provide a basis for advice to
Landlord prosecuted for failing to carry out a gas safety check
This prosecution by The Health and Safety Executive serves as a warning to rogue landlords who put the lives of their
Reducing Musculoskeletal Risk in Handling Heavy Blocks
Further information about the Reducing Musculoskeletal Risk in Handling Heavy Blocks stakeholder forum being held
Myth of the month calendar 2008
A compilation of HSE’s myth of the month cartoons. The calendar highlights
‘Reducing paperwork not protection’
Transcript of a speech given by HSC Chair, Judith Hackitt to UKAS/BRE
Myth of the month - December 2007
Dispelling the myth that every possible risk needs a safety sign.
HSE prosecutes Southport amusement park
HSE has warned amusement park operators of the need to carry out proper risk assessments for maintenance work.
Raising safety standards at Wansbeck height aware training day
The Work at Height Health and Safety event. This free event takes place at 2pm on 22 November at J T Dove Ltd,
Port of Tilbury London Ltd fined £100,000
HSE has warned companies to ensure they identify the risks in their workplace and manage them following
Building contractor exposes workers to asbestos
HSE is urging employers to ensure the safety of non-employees who may be affected by risks arising from
Myth of the month - office Christmas decorations banned
Dispelling the myth - workers are banned from putting up Christmas decorations in the office.
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Falls from vehicles case study
The latest to be added is entitled “Select improve access to flat-bed trailers and rigid vehicles”, and details
Learning to manage risks - part of growing up
Judith Hackitt, Chair of the HSC will sends out a clear message to those who hide behind so called health and
Health and Safety Laboratory Risk Assessment Specialist
This is an exciting opportunity for you to lead and deliver project work for both HSE and non-HSE clients in the field of
Employers warned undertake proper risk assessments after worker dies
HSE warns employers of the need to make proper risk assessments to manage their employees’ health,
Myth of the month - Children were banned from riding at a donkey derby
Dispelling the myth - HSE had banned children from riding donkeys in a donkey derby and so had to be
Managing offshore collision risk
This research report provides an overview of the latest technologies being employed within the maritime

