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What Is SSIP Accreditation and Why Does Your Business Need It?
If you’ve ever lost out on a tender because you couldn’t tick the right compliance box, or if you’ve been asked by a main contractor whether you’re “SSIP accredited” and weren’t entirely sure what they meant, … Read more
Fire Risk Assessment and Health & Safety Support for London Offices
Office environments are often perceived as lower risk than construction sites or industrial premises. In terms of obvious physical hazards, that is broadly true. But office-based businesses in London still carry real legal obligations around fire … Read more
Fire Risk Assessment Requirements: What Every Employer Needs to Know
Most employers are aware that fire safety is a legal obligation. Fewer are clear on exactly what the law requires of them, which premises are covered, who holds legal responsibility, and what the consequences are if … Read more
Fire Risk Assessment Services: What to Expect from a Professional Assessor
Most businesses understand that they need a fire risk assessment. Fewer are clear on what a professional fire risk assessment service actually involves, how it differs from a self-completed checklist, and what they should receive at … Read more
Fire Risk Assessments for Landlords: What You Need to Know
If you own or manage commercial premises, a house in multiple occupation (HMO), or any building with shared areas, a fire risk assessment is not optional. It is a legal requirement. Many landlords are unsure exactly … Read more
Warehouse Safety: Your Legal Responsibilities as an Employer
Warehouse and logistics employers are subject to some of the most demanding health and safety legislation in any working environment. Knowing what the law requires — and where your obligations begin and end — is the … Read more
What to Expect From a Health & Safety Audit
A health and safety audit is not an inspection designed to catch you out. Understanding what the process actually involves makes it considerably more useful for your business. Many businesses approach a health and safety audit … Read more
Do You Need a CDM Coordinator? Understanding Your Duties Under CDM 2015
CDM 2015 removed the role of CDM coordinator and replaced it with two distinct duty holders. If you are still asking whether you need a CDM coordinator, it is worth understanding what the regulations actually require … Read more
What Does a Competent Person for Health & Safety Do?
Appointing a competent person for health and safety is a legal requirement. But understanding what that person should actually be doing once appointed is where many businesses have gaps. Most employers now know they are required … Read more