Accidents at Work

Employer Failings Lead to Worker Receiving Severe Burns

Wed, 28 Jun 2017 16:16:45 +0100

A waste and recycling company has appeared in court in Teesside on health and safety charges after a worker received severe burns to his upper body and face.

NHS Campaign to Tackle Occupational Skin Cancer

Mon, 26 Jun 2017 09:12:03 +0100

A new initiative from NHS England aims to combat skin cancer caused by sun exposure among men who work outdoors.

Protecting Workers from Solar Radiation and Silica Dust

Wed, 31 May 2017 16:49:38 +0100

The health and safety of workers can be put at risk in many different ways, but two common, and preventable, sources of harm at work are solar radiation and silica dust.

Workers’ Memorial Day

Fri, 12 May 2017 09:37:06 +0100

Friday 28th April was Workers’ Memorial Day, which is an annual international event that provides an opportunity to reflect on the many people who are killed, seriously injured or made ill while simply doing their jobs.

Ill-Fitting Safety Gear Puts Women at Risk

Wed, 03 May 2017 15:59:05 +0100

A new report from the TUC has claimed that less than one in three women are given protective clothing specifically designed for women.

Focus on Dangers Faced by Road Workers

Wed, 12 Apr 2017 14:04:52 +0100

The dangers faced by road workers have been put under the spotlight after an incident that left a man with multiple injuries.