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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

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

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 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

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

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

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

Warehouse and logistics operations sit near the top of HSE enforcement data year after year, and it is not difficult to understand why. The environment combines fast-moving operations, heavy equipment, physical labour and time pressure in … Read more

Common fire safety failures are not always the result of negligence. In many cases, they happen because no one has carried out a structured review recently, or because small issues have been quietly overlooked over time. … Read more