11 January 2021
It goes without saying that whatever line of business you are in Health and Safety is paramount, failing to comply with Health and Safety re…28 December 2020
If you missed out on our latest newsletter, never fear! we've collected together all the information in this blog post and there's plenty to…07 December 2020
If you missed out on our last newsletter - never fear! we've pulled together all the information in this blog post and there's plenty to cat…07 December 2020
Get Safety Smart with free resources from our team of experts09 November 2020
The clocks have gone back, the heating is on and we’re officially on the way to winter and all of the challenging weather conditions it brin…09 November 2020
If you missed out on our last newsletter - never fear! we've pulled together all the information in this blog post and there's plenty to cat…27 October 2020
October 2020 saw the government announce yet another raft of restrictions and tiered rules for the UK in respect of lockdowns, social gather…12 October 2020
If you missed out on our last newsletter - never fear! we've pulled together all the information in this blog post and there's plenty to cat…18 February 2020
If you use fixed scaffolds within your business we urge you to take a look at the HSE's Scaffold Checklist - very useful information on when…07 November 2019
Safety Smart are delighted to have been appointed by Tetrosyl to assist with the set up of a new facility within their Greengate Industrial …08 July 2019
A little over halfway through 2019 and business is good at Safety Smart. Here is a quick update on some of our current projects including ne…17 June 2019
Due to continued growth we are looking to recruit a new Health & Safety Consultant to join our team.05 October 2018
HSE Inspectors are visiting construction sites this month to see if health is being taken as seriously as safety. They will be focusing on b…11 April 2018
We urge you to watch Louise Taggart's videos and to use them to promote positive change in your organisation. Brave and deeply personal, the…24 January 2018
2017 saw several household names including Aldi, Wilko, Travis Perkins and Warburtons (amonst others) facing severe penalties for Health & S…28 November 2017
The Chancellor’s Autumn Budget speech this week revealed that the growth of the offsite sector is about to be significantly accelerated in a…25 September 2017
One in three sick notes is now for mental health problems as anxiety levels soar across Britain.25 September 2017
Fatal Fork Lift Truck Accident in Derbyshire • Derbyshire-based company has fined over death of a 19-year-old worker • Fork lift truck over…14 August 2017
A property developer has been fined £10,000 after an incident at a property conversion in St Albans left an electrician paralysed12 August 2017
Corporate Manslaughter investigation may delay Public Inquiry27 July 2017
A haulage firm employee was injured when a piece of metal ducting, six metres long and weighing 28kg, fell from the top deck of the trailer,…27 July 2017
“Driving is the most dangerous work activity that most people do” according to the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA).27 June 2017
Grenfell Tower: The Tragedy has Highlighted a Number of Extensive Potential Safety Risks in all High Rise Buildings in the UK– what shoul…27 June 2017
A director and three companies were prosecuted for safety offences after four men were crushed to death on a building site five years ago.23 May 2017
Is your business engaging sufficiently with their staff to ensure that all occupational health issues are reported and dealt with at the ear…23 May 2017
Serious Asbestos Breaches Exposed 200 Workers • Barroerock Construction Limited was fined £750,000 after repeated asbestos failings.25 April 2017
The process of exiting the EU formally began on 29 March 2017 when Article 50 was triggered. Article 50 has raised extensive questions arou…25 April 2017
In this tragic case bosses tried to conceal their 'flagrant' health and safety failings18 April 2017
ESPO framework award for Safety Smart Safety Smart’s consultancy team has been awarded a position on ESPO framework 664-17 for Consultancy S…14 March 2017
This case is a catastrophic example of what happens when lifting at height isn't planned properly.13 March 2017
Health and Safety Executive’s costs recovery to be dealt with independently • Disputes raised in relation to the 'fee for intervention' (…13 February 2017
Improvements to Health & Safety • HSE has recently launched a new Health and Work Strategy for the next 5 years • Intended to improve o…13 February 2017
Suspended Sentences for Company Directors following Substantial Safety Breaches16 January 2017
Construction Company Kier fined £1.5m for Trench Collapse • Construction contractor Kier ordered by Court to pay £1.5m for health and saf…16 January 2017
Roofer Given Suspended Prison Sentence for Unsafe Work at Height • The Defendant was stood unsafely balancing on a scaffolding bar • He …12 January 2017
This seminar is free to our clients and their guests. Date: Tuesday 28th March, 8.30-10am Speakers: Louise Taggart & Kate Hargan21 December 2016
Safety Smart are making a stand against homelessness and getting behind the wonderful campaign #feetonthestreet to raise awareness for @stre…01 December 2016
We love the fact that our clients demonstrate such a positive commitment to Health and Safety and thought it was about time we provided a pl…25 November 2016
Safety Smart are of the opinion that when considering the Management Regulations, which stipulate the requirement for risks to be assessed a…25 November 2016
A company was prosecuted after a worker was killed during asbestos removal work at a Welsh High School. Whilst he was cutting plastic sheeti…16 November 2016
HSE’s Construction Spot Checks taking place nationwide in October and November 2016. RISK OF CATASTROPHIC STRUCTURAL FAILURE DUE TO UNSAF…02 November 2016
Is your Organisation Managing Stress Effectively? A Labour Force Survey 2010/11 showed that out of 1,152,000 cases of all work related il…01 November 2016
Throughout October and November, whilst the HSE’s spot check programme is running, Safety Smart will provide regular updates regarding the e…17 October 2016
We love the fact that our clients demonstrate such a positive commitment to Health and Safety and thought it was about time we provided a pl…17 October 2016
HSE TARGETING CONSTRUTION SITES NATIONWIDE OCTOBER AND NOVEMBER 2016 SUMMARY During the months of October and November 2016, HSE constru…14 October 2016
Summary: • Two teenagers were left needing leg amputations, while several others were also seriously injured in the crash on 2 June 2015…19 September 2016
• Baldwins Crane Hire Ltd became the 14th company to be convicted and sentenced for corporate manslaughter under the 2007 Act. • The comp…19 September 2016
• Two roofing companies and a director of one of the companies were recently sentenced for health and safety offences after a worker fell to…16 August 2016
Osco Homes work on the ethos that everyone should be able to afford a home and as such have developed a new, fairer way of developing homes,…16 August 2016
Under the new sentencing regime for health and safety offences introduced in February 2016, a recent construction case demonstrates how fina…16 August 2016
Companies face very heavy fines for failing to ensure that they have properly surveyed any buildings that they are going to refurbish or dem…18 July 2016
DID YOU KNOW? All fatal work placed accidents are initially investigated by the police. The police initially investigate and decide …18 July 2016
A coach company in Wrexham was fined £250,000 after it repeatedly failed to comply with legal notices to get its lifting equipment examined.…27 June 2016
We are delighted to welcome our newest recruit, Catherine Tetlow to the Safety Smart team.13 June 2016
Internal Investigation – Is yours legally compliant? • If you have an accident or near miss, how effective is your internal investigatio…13 June 2016
Prosecution of north west firm Altin Homes despite no accident Introduction Altin Homes was sentenced recently for safety failings at a …24 May 2016
Further to our recent Constructionline certification, Safety Smart has also gained the Acclaim Certificate of Health and Safety Accreditatio…17 May 2016
If the HSE/Regulator investigates and/or prosecutes you or your company, what cover does your insurance policy provide? There is a substanti…17 May 2016
This case is a horrific example of how some employers have an incredibly reckless view of serious risks to their employees or self-employed …16 May 2016
Safety Smart has been certified as a registered supplier with Constructionline, the UK’s leading procurement and supply chain management ser…15 April 2016
Failure to comply with an Enforcement Notice can result in a custodial sentence or unlimited fine Key Considerations • Does your compan…15 April 2016
Waste Management Company Ordered to Pay Fine and Costs of over £200,000 at Derby Crown Court. Read on for details of the case and a look …10 March 2016
This case acts as a salutary lesson to all duty holders that if work is not properly planned, managed, supervised and the correct safety equ…10 March 2016
The 1st February 2016 saw the implementation of the new sentencing guidelines for health and safety offences. They were introduced following…09 December 2015
Safety Smart has teamed up with DSM Roofing Ltd to assist with a national project to ensure the safe installation of structural roof steelwo…05 November 2015
Safety Smart were delighted to be chosen by CIMC Modular Building Systems to deliver a CDM training workshop for their senior management. Th…14 October 2015
Following an incredibly busy and successful twelve months, Safety Smart is delighted to welcome our latest recruit on board. Health and Safe…25 September 2015
This year’s changes to CDM regulations have been a huge deal as all within the construction industry are aware. As such, Safety Smart were a…25 September 2015
As a Manchester born and bred organisation, Safety Smart is delighted to welcome on board their newest and perhaps their most prestigious cl…20 July 2015
We love it when our clients take Health and Safety as seriously as we do and Opus 4, Manchester-based design and build interior fit out spec…13 October 2014
Safety Smart is delighted to announce its relocation to the Stockport Business and Innovation Centre, based at Broadstone Mill in Stockport.…22 January 2014
The past year has been quite hectic and it has been a while since we issued an update.26 February 2011
The winner of the inaugural IOSH and the HSE Innovation in safety – small business award has been announced. Anthony Tetlow, Managing Direct…03 February 2011
Workers who are out of sight should never be out of mind.26 January 2011
When you consider the things that could cause you harm in your business you probably think of electricity, slips and trips or working at hei…26 January 2011
Implementing a Health and Safety management system encompassing topics as diverse as fire, working at height and lone working, coupled with …18 January 2011
Safety Smart launch the “Safety Smart Helpline” 24 hour/ 365 day a year helpline for you and your staff for £40 per month.25 July 2010
Safety Smart are pleased to offer a 15% discount on all our services until September 30th 2010.18 April 2010
Safety Smart are pleased to announce the development of the world’s first industry specific Apps for the iPhone, iTouch and iPad platforms.…