The safety of school/college grounds and external areas is paramount. By implementing regular inspections, maintenance, and risk assessments, those responsible for safety in schools can significantly reduce the risk of

International Day of Persons with Disabilities is celebrated every year on December 3rd.

Asbestos is a naturally occurring fibrous mineral. It was incorporated into a wide variety of materials used in construction in the UK up to the year 2000, including the construction

The first Wednesday in November each year is National Stress Awareness Day.

Slips, trips and falls are the most common cause of injury in the workplace, resulting in incalculable human cost as well as major cost to businesses and the economy.

Schools, like all public buildings, carry a degree of risk from the presence of Legionella bacteria within their water systems.

The focus for World Mental Health Day this year is ‘It is time to Prioritise Mental Health in the Workplace’.

The International Day of Older Persons is a global observance on October 1st, designated by the United Nations to honour the role of older people in society.

Welcome to iProtectU’s new blog series, School Safety Matters.

World Gratitude Day is celebrated annually on September 21st. This day encourages us all to celebrate gratitude in a variety of ways, a special reminder to pause and enjoy the

Every year on the second Saturday of September, World First Aid Day is observed.

New research overseen by Imperial College, London has determined that the risk of contracting silicosis could be significantly reduced if the UK’s current occupational exposure limits to respirable crystalline silica

The UK government has recently released the Product Safety and Metrology Bill. This is a piece of legislation which intends to enhance the country’s regulatory framework.

The British Retail Consortium has voiced concern for its members following the recent riots across the UK.

2024 marks the 50th anniversary of the introduction of the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974.

Temperature extremes in manufacturing are hazardous to employees. Extreme heat can cause heat-related illnesses such as heatstroke and heat exhaustion, while extreme cold can lead to frostbite and hypothermia.

In Australia, psychological safety is protected by the law. Their Code of Practice for Managing Psychosocial Hazards at Work provides employers with guidance on preventing and managing psychosocial hazards in

Construction workers face a heightened risk of occupational skin diseases, accounting for approximately 15% of all occupational skin disease cases.

International Safe Places to Work Day is coming on July 24th. This is an annual event dedicated to celebrating organisations and individuals that eliminate fear and drive psychological safety in

The Worker Protection Act is coming into effect for UK workplaces on October 27th, 2024. The Act’s objective is to encourage employers to be more proactive in their efforts to

Workers spend a large portion of their day inside an office building, and the indoor air quality (IAQ) within the work environment has a direct impact on their health and

When it comes to fire safety in schools, official statistics released by the Home Office showed that approximately 30% of educational premises inspected in previous years had an unsatisfactory rating