Howlett Health & Safety Services Blog

July 8, 2021
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5 Manual Handling Injuries and How to Avoid Them

Poor manual handling techniques account for over a third of all workplace injuries, according to data collected by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). “Manual handling” […]
June 2, 2021
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Why is Food Safety Important When Preparing and Handling Food?

Any business or organisation that requires its workforce to prepare and handle food must have food safety systems in place to ensure compliance with relevant legislation. […]
May 21, 2021
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Which Food Safety Course Do I Need?

Are you considering a career in the food industry? Whether you’re fresh out of education or planning a career change, there are several food safety courses […]
May 17, 2021
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10 Step Plan to Reopening Safely After The Coronavirus Lockdown

Today sees further easing of restrictions as per Step 3 of the government’s roadmap with Step 4 scheduled for 21 June. As we approach this final […]
April 26, 2021
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COVID-19 Health and Safety Inspections (Spot-Checks), How to Prepare!

As government restrictions begin to ease, more and more businesses are opening their doors once again to both employees and the public. If everything goes according […]
April 19, 2021
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Stress Awareness: What You Should Know

Stress Awareness Month has taken place every April since 1992 to raise public awareness about the signs and causes of stress as well as provide guidance […]
April 5, 2021
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Employers are required to consult with employees on coronavirus, but how?

As employers start to prepare to reopen their workplaces, there’s concern about whether staff feel safe and confident about returning to the workplace. To address this […]
March 31, 2021
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Asbestos Awareness: What are Your Duties as an Employer?

If your employees are working in an area where they could disturb asbestos during their work, you have a legal responsibility under the Control of Asbestos […]
March 25, 2021
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What is Legionella and Do I Need to Worry About It?

The Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 (HSWA) is the primary piece of legislation covering occupational health and safety in Britain. Under the law, […]
March 5, 2021
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Coronavirus Testing In The Workplace

Businesses with over 50 employees are being encouraged to bring in rapid coronavirus testing in the workplace. How does it work? Get tested The government is […]

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