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Throughout the world, many jobs require that workers work alone or carry out specific tasks alone. This is known as lone working or being a lone worker. If you are an employer, under the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations, it Is your responsibility to manage any potential health and safety risks before any of your employees can work alone. This also applies if you contract somebody to work for you, including people who are self-employed. Examples of lone workers include: - People who work from home - Security staff - Cleaners - Health workers - Engineers - Delivery drivers - Petrol station employees - Warehouse staff These are just a few examples…

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Personal hygiene is an essential part of staying healthy and protecting those around us. The World Health Organisation (WHO) defines personal hygiene as: "Conditions and practices that help to maintain health and prevent the spread of diseases." Reducing the spread of germs and infections by washing your hands frequently using soap and warm water is one of the most effective forms of personal hygiene. In some scenarios, soap and water is not an option. This is where hand sanitiser comes in. Hand sanitiser is available in a variety of different shape and sized bottles and for this reason can easily be taken anywhere. Hygiene is often equated with cleanliness. The word hygiene however is actually a…

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PPE refers to Personal Protective Equipment. It refers to protective, wearable items such as goggles, helmets and specifically designed items of clothing. PPE has the sole purpose of protecting the wearer's body from injury and/or infection. PPE addresses hazards such as physical, electrical, chemicals, heat, biohazards and airborne particulate matter. One of the most common uses of PPE is job-related purposes, both in occupation & health. PPE is also used for sport and recreation related activities. Protective clothing is when PPE is applied is to traditional clothing such as boots. Protective gear refers to dedicated items such as shields, masks, pads and guards. PPE can also appear similar to a cleanroom suit. The whole purpose of PPE…

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The word 'Proactive' is defined as "creating or controlling a situation rather than just responding to it after it has happened." People who appear to have a great balance of being successful at work, have a great personal life and also manage to do things such as work out often can generally put this balance down to mastering the art of being proactive and being prepared for everything. In today's blog, we will be sharing with you what it means to be proactive both at work and in life, what a proactive mindset is and how to become less reactive. A Proactive mindset To be proactive means that you are thinking about the future and focusing on all of…

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It's January 2022 and for many people, a New Year's Resolution may be to make an effort to be healthier. However, there are some common habits which, without you knowing, could be sabotaging your efforts. In today's blog, we will be sharing with you 5 of those unhealthy habits and ways in which you can avoid them. It should be noted that you don't have to expect yourself to change all of these habits at once, nor should you fret if you occasionally fall off the wagon and slip back into one of them. What matters the most is that you get back on top 1. Snacking when you're not hungry - When you lose touch of your body's…

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Distractions are one of the most dangerous things in the workplace. There are many types of distractions and in todays blog we will be discussing each type of distractions and ways in which you can avoid them. 1 - Mental distractions and inattention - Mental distractions are one of the leading causes of accidents in the workplace. Mental distractions can range from talking to a co-worker whilst performing a hazardous task to replaying or fantasising scenes in your head. Mental distractions are extremely dangerous because they lead to inattention and these inattentions could result in either you or a colleague becoming seriously injured or even killed. The best way to avoid mental distractions is to stay focussed at all times,…

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Christmas is right around the corner and up and down the country, friends and families will be sharing Christmas dinner. It's a time for festivities and cheer but cooking that same dinner can also be extremely dangerous, especially when a bit of Christmas wine is involved! In today's blog, we will be sharing with you a quick selection of cooking safety to tips to help ensure that your Christmas dinner is as safe, merry and festive as possible. 1. The danger of kitchens - the kitchen can be a very dangerous place, especially for young children whilst food is being prepared. Never leave children alone in the kitchen whilst something is cooking on the hob. Additionally, you should…

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Even dating back to its earliest incarnations, Christmas and the holiday period has always and probably always will be, a time to invite light and warmth into your home. In earlier years, one of the ways that this was achieved was using candles. Candles are a great way of banishing the winter chill whilst bringing a glowing warmth into your home. In modern days, whilst candles are still used, electric holiday lights are much more prominent and much like candles, electric lights can be extremely dangerous if they are used incorrectly or not properly respected. In today's blog, we are going to be sharing with you some of the ways that you can keep your home safe from fire…

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The first defence between you and an intruder or imposter who is wanting to steal your online information is a strong password. With the holiday season right around the corner, due to the pandemic, more and more people will be shopping online. As convenient as this is for you to shop, it is equally as convenient for someone who is looking to steal your personal information or card information. In today's blog, we will be sharing with you a few quick tips to help you to make your passwords stronger and keep your accounts secure this holiday season. 1. Use a nonsense phrase as your password Whilst long passwords are good, what's even better is a long password that makes no sense.…

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