What is Ground Level Working at Height?
Our related Courses When most people think of “working at height”, they might picture construction workers high on scaffolding or window cleaners up ladders. Though these situations do of course count, the true definition is far broader than that. The Work at Height Regulations 2005 (WAHR) are the main piece of British legislation around the […]
What Different Access Equipment can be used when Working at Height?
Working at height can be a dangerous part of a worker’s occupation. Responsible for 8% of non-fatal accidents and causing more deaths in the workplace than any other issue, protecting employees from these risks is one of the key responsibilities organisations have. A big part of ensuring staff safety when working at height is choosing […]
What are the Work at Height Regulations 2005?
The Work at Height Regulations 2005 came into effect on 6th April 2005 with the aim of reducing the amount of accidents at work caused by falls from height. The term “working at height” means undertaking any work (whether on, below, or above ground level) where there is a risk of falling, or where objects could […]
What Should a Company’s Due Diligence in Travel Safety Include?
“Due diligence” refers to the steps employers can take in advance to remove or minimise any foreseeable health and safety risk to their employees. All employers have a duty of care to their staff. They have a legal responsibility to ensure their health and safety is protected at all times; this includes the times when […]
What is Corporate Travel?
Corporate travel – also known as business travel – refers to any journey undertaken for the purposes of a business. Sales and supplier meetings, networking, training sessions, trade shows and trips between different company locations all fall within the definition, though commuting to and from work is usually not included. Business travel is a key […]
What is a Security Review?
Business travel is an important and often enjoyable part of a huge number of jobs, but it isn’t without its risks. Conducting a thorough assessment of the potential hazards associated with the destination and the means of transport is a key part of meeting the employer’s duty of care towards its staff. Employees are protected […]
What is a Request for Proposal?
With so many businesses relying on well-organised corporate travel, increasing numbers are partnering with Travel Management Companies (TMCs) to handle their requirements on an ongoing basis. TMCs perform many of the functions of a traditional travel agency but tailored for business needs, and often negotiate special rates with hotel chains and airlines. They also track […]
Travel Safety in the Workplace
Many professions require regular domestic travel, whether as part of their day to day role or to attend special events such as trade shows. With 8.8 million business trips going overseas from the UK in 2017, international travel is also very common, and many predict that this trend will grow in the years to come. […]
Travel Safety Compliance
Corporate travel is an important part of the work of most companies. Whether employees attend one major trade event every year or they’re on the road daily, their health and safety is the most important concern. Companies have the same duty of care to their travelling employees as they do to their on-site workers. Producing a […]
Travel Risk Assessment
Business travel, like any work activity, comes with some level of risk. Whether the trip is a car journey from one company office to another within the UK or extended travel to a major trade show in another country, employers have a duty of care towards their staff just as they would if they were […]
