Health and Safety – Walker Health and Safety https://walkersafety.co.uk Thu, 22 Oct 2026 06:51:15 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://walkersafety.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/cropped-walker-health-safety-services-logo-32x32.jpg Health and Safety – Walker Health and Safety https://walkersafety.co.uk 32 32 Health & Safety: Are You Taking Shortcuts… or the Scenic Route to an Accident? https://walkersafety.co.uk/blog/2026/10/health-safety-taking-shortcuts-scenic-route-accident/ Mon, 26 Oct 2026 09:41:50 +0000 https://walkersafety.co.uk/?p=4194 We’ve all done it. Stepped over a trailing cable rather than moving it. Balanced on a chair because “it’ll only take a second”. Carried one more box than we should because making two trips feels like admitting defeat. The problem is that accidents rarely happen when we’re following the rules. They happen when we convince […]

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]]> PPE Selection, Use, and Inspection (UK Workplace Safety) https://walkersafety.co.uk/blog/2026/10/ppe-selection-use-inspection-uk-workplace-safety/ Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:33:20 +0000 https://walkersafety.co.uk/?p=4187 PPE is the last line of defence in the hierarchy of control — but it only works when it is selected correctly, worn consistently, and inspected properly. Under UK law, employers have a legal duty to ensure PPE is suitable, maintained, and used correctly, while employees have a duty to wear it and cooperate with […]

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]]> COSHH: Chemical Handling and Hazard Communication in UK Workplaces https://walkersafety.co.uk/blog/2026/10/coshh-chemical-handling-and-hazard-communication-in-uk-workplaces/ Mon, 12 Oct 2026 10:18:53 +0000 https://walkersafety.co.uk/?p=4185 Chemical safety is one of the most important responsibilities in any workplace. Under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH), employers must assess, control, and communicate the risks associated with hazardous substances. Good chemical management prevents illness, injuries, fires, and environmental harm — and it starts with clear, consistent hazard communication. Understanding Safety […]

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]]> Menopause Awareness Month (October): Why the UK Must Keep the Conversation Going https://walkersafety.co.uk/blog/2026/10/menopause-awareness-month-october-uk-must-keep-conversation-going/ Mon, 05 Oct 2026 09:44:50 +0000 https://walkersafety.co.uk/?p=4161 October marks Menopause Awareness Month, a time to spotlight the experiences of millions of women across the UK and to push for better support, understanding, and workplace inclusion. Despite rising awareness, the data shows that menopause remains one of the most under‑recognised health and equality issues affecting the UK workforce. Below is a clear, evidence‑based […]

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]]> Staying Ahead of Compliance, Servicing & Maintenance https://walkersafety.co.uk/blog/2026/09/staying-ahead-compliance-servicing-maintenance/ Mon, 21 Sep 2026 12:12:06 +0000 https://walkersafety.co.uk/?p=4180 September always feels like a reset point. The summer rush is over, teams are back from holidays, and workplaces start gearing up for the final quarter of the year. It’s the perfect moment to pause and make sure your compliance, servicing, and maintenance responsibilities are fully up to date — before the year runs away […]

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]]> Monday Health & Safety Blog https://walkersafety.co.uk/blog/2026/09/monday-health-safety-blog/ Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:16:29 +0000 https://walkersafety.co.uk/?p=4168 “Starting the Week Safely… Even If We’re Still Half Asleep” Mondays have a reputation: slow starts, strong coffee, and the occasional questionable decision made before the brain has fully booted up. That’s exactly why Health & Safety matters even more at the start of the week — when concentration is warming up and hazards are […]

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]]> World First Aid Day: Why First Aid Matters More Than Ever in the Workplace https://walkersafety.co.uk/blog/2026/09/world-first-aid-day-first-aid-matters-ever-workplace/ Mon, 07 Sep 2026 09:51:53 +0000 https://walkersafety.co.uk/?p=4146 A Health & Safety Perspective for Modern Organisations Every September, organisations across the world recognise World First Aid Day — a reminder that first aid isn’t just a compliance tick‑box, but a core part of keeping people safe, confident, and supported at work. In today’s workplaces, first aid goes far beyond plasters and bandages. It […]

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]]> Fire Extinguishers – Your First Line of Defence in a Fire https://walkersafety.co.uk/blog/2026/08/fire-extinguishers-first-line-defence-fire/ Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:46:54 +0000 https://walkersafety.co.uk/?p=4143 When a fire breaks out, every second counts. Having the correct fire extinguisher in the right place can make the difference between a minor incident and a devastating fire. However, having an extinguisher isn’t enough – it must be the correct type, properly maintained, and users should know when and how to use it safely. […]

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]]> Why Health & Safety Training Matters https://walkersafety.co.uk/blog/2026/08/health-safety-training-matters/ Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:17:48 +0000 https://walkersafety.co.uk/?p=4121 Health and safety training ensures employees understand hazards, know how to work safely, and can respond effectively when something goes wrong. It’s the foundation of a safe workplace and a legal obligation under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, which requires employers to provide “information, instruction, training and supervision” to protect staff. […]

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]]> Gas Cylinders: Why 2026 Is the Year to Check Your Hoses, Regulators and Connections https://walkersafety.co.uk/blog/2026/07/gas-cylinders-2026-year-check-hoses-regulators-connections/ Mon, 27 Jul 2026 09:10:06 +0000 https://walkersafety.co.uk/?p=4135 In garages, workshops and factory environments, welding gas cylinders are part of everyday operations — quietly sitting behind benches, beside welding bays or stored in designated gas cages. They’re easy to overlook because they’re familiar. But with updated UK guidance and increased inspection focus, 2026 is the perfect time to take a fresh look at […]

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