Accidents vs incidents in workplace health and safety
In workplace health and safety (and indeed life) the terms accident and incident are often used interchangeably, but there are important distinctions. Understanding these differences is crucial [...]
Fire escape regulations – A guide for UK businesses
Fires can spread fast; by the time the fire and rescue services arrive on scene, entire buildings may be engulfed in flame. As such, in the event of a fire, […]
Neck pain at work: Why one size doesn’t fit all
Neck and shoulder pain is one of the most common workplace health issues, affecting employees across all industries—from office-based roles to physically demanding jobs. These musculoskeletal [...]
Underinsurance: A hidden risk you can’t afford to ignore
Building Reinstatement Cost Assessments (RCAs) are a critical safeguard against underinsurance but despite efforts from RICS-regulated suppliers like Cardinus, and industry professionals [...]
The 5 steps of risk assessment – Complete guide
As the first step in addressing workplace hazards, risk assessments must be carried out correctly. It helps to think of your risk management programme as a building, and your risk […]
Comparing Building Insurance: Everything You Need to Know
Whether you’re a property manager, commercial landlord, or business owner, understanding your building insurance is non-negotiable. Yet many only realise their policy is inadequate after disaster [...]
An employers’ guide to the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992
As an employer, you’re legally obligated to put “reasonably practicable” measures in place to protect your employees during manual handling tasks. But what this entails may not be immediately [...]
EPC requirements for UK landlords in 2025 – and underinsurance risk
Part of the UK government’s plan to reduce the nation’s carbon footprint is to continue making rented homes more energy efficient by increasing minimum EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) [...]