What are Export Controls?
Export Controls are restrictions imposed on the transfer of items from one country to another by any individual, company, government or public body. These controls are imposed to control the risks associated with exporting certain goods to certain countries. By managing trade in this way, we can help to prevent certain goods and technologies from […]
What Are Dual Use Items?
Dual use items are defined as goods, software or technology which can be used for both civil and military applications. Dual use items include materials, components or complete systems used in production or development of military goods and weapons of mass destruction. Some examples include night vision systems, parachutes, plant pathogens, bacteria and electronics components […]
What are Commodity Codes?
The export and import of goods is a lengthy process, mostly because goods need to cross borders to reach their destination. As part of the import-export activity, customer declarations must be completed. Requirements may differ from country to country, however, goods codes, usually known as commodity codes, need to be included on the form. For exports […]
What are the Display Screen Equipment Regulations 2002?
Related Courses The current governing legislation regarding the use of display screen equipment (DSE) for work purposes is the Display Screen Equipment Regulations 1992 as amended in 2002. DSE is equipment and devices with an alphanumeric or graphic display screen. This includes PCs, smartphones, tablets and laptops, all of which are commonplace in a work […]
What Are Commodity Codes Used For?
There are many processes associated with the export and import of goods. These procedures are put into place so that goods can cross borders safely and legally. As part of the import-export activity, customer declarations must be completed. Requirements may differ from country to country; however, commodity codes are always required on custom declaration forms. […]
What are the Display Screen Equipment Regulations 1992?
Related Courses Display screen equipment (DSE) is equipment and devices with an alphanumeric or graphic display screen. This includes PCs, laptops, tablets and smartphones as well as less typical equipment such as microfiche readers. The legislation governing its use includes the Display Screen Equipment Regulations 1992 as well as the updated Display Screen Equipment Regulations […]
The Benefits and Dangers of Using Dual Screens
Related Courses The term dual screen means that there are two monitors connected to a single computer at the same time. The use of dual screens is increasing in prevalence across organisations in all sectors. However, certain types of workers (e.g. designers) reap more benefits than others. Increased productivity and ease of data comparison are […]
What Is A Code Of Conduct?
Our Code of Conduct Courses A code of conduct is a set of rules around behaviour for the employees to follow within an organisation. The code acts as a standard that staff need to meet so that they can know what is expected of them to produce a generally more efficient business. Often mixed up […]
The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
Asbestos is a highly dangerous, naturally occurring substance that has been used extensively in the construction industry for the past 150 years. Unfortunately, inhalation of asbestos fibres can lead to the development of lung cancer, mesothelioma (a rare but highly dangerous cancer of the lung lining), pleural disease and asbestosis. Management of asbestos containing materials […]
The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015
The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 came into force on 6th April 2015, replacing the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2007. The legislation was introduced with the aim of protecting people from the risks of construction work through implementing systematic frameworks of risk management. Importantly, this legislation places responsibility on all those who are working […]
