Workplace Safety & Culture

Developing and maintaining high standards of employee respect and loyalty in the workplace is a common struggle that many HR Managers & Business Owners have to contend with all too often. It is easy to identify some issues within the workplace. But we often leave this unaddressed, which can cause damage to the productivity of your […]

As we approach the 50th anniversary of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (HSWA) on 31st July 2024, it is a good time to reflect on the profound impact this landmark legislation has had on the UK workforce. Introduced at a time when workplace safety was far from guaranteed, the HSWA has transformed […]

Construction site accidents are common, but the majority of the time they are so easily avoidable. Working on a construction site should always be a safe operation. Here’s everything you need to know about the most common type of on-site accidents and how you can prevent them from happening. Most Common Construction Accidents There are […]

“This process is inefficient” one employee might say. Another might complain, “I can’t get anything done in the office when the music is blasting.” A third might say, “I didn’t like how this manager handled my complaint.” Another employee might declare, “My workwear is uncomfortable and doesn’t suit me… I hate it!” These are just […]

A stewards job is often to provide security and manage crowds at events – like football matches, festivals, concerts, and so on – and make sure everyone gets to where they need to be – see people to their seats or designated area. Stewards often act as a safety and security team too, and they […]

A supportive office culture is the main way to motivate your employees. In the UK, people are happiest when they earn £37,000 because this allows them to achieve the best work life balance without feeling stressed. Although your employees need a liveable salary, many admit that having a job they enjoy is more important. These […]

Any organisation that is planning to enforce a company-wide employee dress code needs to understand that missing out relevant and important steps can result in the whole team losing motivation, and the onboarding process can become much tougher if there’s a negative reaction. Even though it can be a headache trying to deploy a uniform […]

In April 2018, companies in the UK were required to report their gender pay gap. The construction industry, especially, not appearing in a great light. The report showed that almost eight in 10 companies and public sector bodies pay men more than women and in nine out of 17 sectors, men earn an average of 10 percent more. […]

We’re all influenced by our surroundings and environment, so it’s fair to surmise that the state of your working environment is going to affect the work which takes place. A tidy desk might promote a tidy mind or, equally, an untidy shop floor in the foundry might lead to sloppy workmanship or (even worse) unsafe […]