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The BBC has paid £1.64m in damages over the deaths of 11 former staff who died from cancer after working in corporation buildings riddled with asbestos.
It has made the payouts to families of make-up artists, engineers, riggers, set builders, studio managers and television producers. All 11 died of mesothelioma, a rare cancer caused by prolonged exposure to asbestos.
Throughout October the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) will be conducting inspections of construction sites to monitor safety in the workplace. The month-long campaign #WorkRight began on 4th October 2021, with this year’s initiative focusing on construction site workers and how to help reduce the risk of respiratory issues and lung conditions due to their exposure to dust.
An Asbestos Compliance Audit is an assessment of an organisations documentation, procedures and policies to ensure that the management plan is compliant with the current Control of Asbestos regulations.
Whether you're taking your first steps in health and safety or looking to advance your existing career, NEBOSH qualifications are a trusted benchmark across industries. And now, gaining these prestigious certifications is more convenient than ever with our trainer-led virtual NEBOSH courses.
Occupational hygiene is a crucial aspect of workplace safety, focusing on protecting the health and well-being of employees by identifying and managing potential hazards. Whether it's potentially harmful chemicals, excessive noise or ergonomic risks to name just a few, occupational hygiene aims to minimise exposure to these threats, ensuring a safer environment not only for workers but also for the surrounding community.
Despite being banned over two decades ago, asbestos continues to pose a major public health threat in the UK—claiming three times as many lives as road accidents each year, according to a new report.
Sands, the stillbirth and neonatal death charity operates across the UK, supporting anyone affected by the death of a baby. Sands work in partnership with health professionals to ensure that bereaved parents and families receive the best possible care and promoting improvements in practice and funding research that could help to reduce the loss of babies’ lives.
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