A completed health and safety inspection is not necessarily an effective one. A checklist can be filled in on time. Every question can have an answer. The inspection record can be saved in the right folder and included in the monthly report. None of that proves the inspector examined the right risks, gathered reliable evidence … Read more
When a workplace inspection identifies a failed check, the organisation should first control any immediate risk, record the finding clearly and decide how urgently it needs to be addressed. It should then investigate why the expected standard was not met, assign corrective actions to named owners and verify that the resulting changes have reduced the … Read more
What is a corrective action in health and safety? A corrective action in health and safety is a planned action taken to address the cause of an identified problem and prevent it from happening again. It normally begins with a finding from an inspection, audit, risk assessment, incident investigation or employee report. The action should … Read more
When train services to and from Gatwick Airport were disrupted after urgent structural concerns were identified near a railway bridge in South London, the headlines quite naturally focused on the passengers affected. That is usually what happens when a piece of critical infrastructure causes disruption. People need to get to work, flights are missed, replacement … Read more
Choosing the right EHS software is essential for UK rail and public transport operators looking to stay compliant, manage risk, and streamline safety processes. With strict railway regulations, fatigue management requirements, and complex maintenance workflows, having an effective can make all the difference. But with so many options available, which software is the best fit for … Read more
Choosing the right EHS software is essential for UK warehousing and logistics operators striving to maintain compliance, manage risk, and streamline safety procedures. With evolving HSE regulations, COSHH requirements, and ISO standards, an effective EHS management system can make all the difference in reducing incidents and improving operational efficiency. But with so many options available, … Read more
Choosing the right EHS software is vital for UK waste management and recycling businesses looking to stay compliant, manage risk, and streamline safety workflows. With evolving HSE regulations, COSHH requirements, and ISO standards, an effective system can prevent incidents, reduce downtime, and ensure worker safety. But with so many options on the market, which software … Read more
Renewable energy projects whether wind farms, solar arrays, biomass plants or anaerobic digestion sites present complex health and safety challenges. Technicians work at height on turbines, navigate confined spaces inside towers, manage high-voltage electrical systems, and handle flammable gases and battery materials. Tracking site access RAMS, COSHH data for lubricants and gases, and scheduling inspections … Read more
Retail operations from supermarket floors to distribution centre warehouses face fast-paced, public-facing environments loaded with manual-handling risks. Staff and contractors move pallets, restock shelves, handle cleaning chemicals, and interact with delivery vehicles daily. High turnover and temporary shifts complicate training and compliance tracking. Modern EHS software digitises RAMS and COSHH sign-offs, schedules mobile inspections, logs … Read more
Facilities management teams must coordinate cleaning crews, maintenance engineers and contractors across multiple sites often with minimal visibility. Risk assessments and COSHH permits are emailed or printed, audits are done on paper, and incidents go unlogged. Modern EHS software unifies RAMS, COSHH, mobile inspections, incident logging, task management and training into a single platform. This … Read more