HCS Safety are delighted to announce that we are re-opening our training centre in Southampton for face-to-face classroom learning from 22nd February. We have given a lot of thought to how we re-open safely in light of the new variant of the virus and have concluded that to do the right thing morally and legally, […] The post HCS Safety Re-open Training Centre with COVID Testing for all Course Attendees and Staff appeared first on HCS Safety ..read more

The vaccine roll out looks like it will be the success story of the pandemic – it is heartening to see how well and how quickly our country can mobilise to get this delivered to the people that need it. But why is it that a healthy 55 year old who works from home will […] The post People who are keeping the economy open need the vaccine earlier. appeared first on HCS Safety ..read more

As we enter the latest lockdown we will be moving most of our training online until the situation improves. We have not made this decision lightly, but as we are now faced with a new, more transmissible variant of the virus, school closures and the NHS facing huge pressure, we feel this is the correct […] The post January 2021 Lockdown: Press release from HCS Safety appeared first on HCS Safety ..read more

The HSE has published further information today on when employers should report coronavirus incidents under RIDDOR (Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations), as well as other health and safety guidance and advice on COVID-19. The issue of RIDDOR is a tricky one. The HSE is trying to clarify the situation but whether to […] The post COVID-19 – Reporting under RIDDOR appeared first on HCS Safety ..read more

It’s hard to talk about mental health at the moment without mentioning the virus, but I’ll try to at least keep it in the background. I’m going to talk about anxiety and change, and there’s some personal stuff here so please be gentle… Anxiety is a natural reaction to certain situations. Nervous about your driving […] The post Mental Health Awareness Week – thinking about Anxiety and Change appeared first on HCS Safety ..read more

UKATA Press Release As the country heads into lockdown, the UK Asbestos Training Association (UKATA) is urging workers in construction-related industries and trades to make use of the time to upskill or refresh training. In line with this, UKATA has approved its 200-member companies and individuals to deliver a number of its approved courses by […] The post UKATA announces temporary video conference asbestos training during Coronavirus crisis appeared first on HCS Safety ..read more

With the regular changes in Employment Law and the removal of Tribunal Fees no longer an obstacle for employees to bring a claim against an employer, there has never been a better time to protect your business.  If you struggle to find the time to stay up to date with Employment Law and make the […] The post How you and your business can benefit from Peace of Mind appeared first on HCS Safety ..read more

  By Leon Maidment | Health and Safety Consultant   PASMA (Prefabricated, Access, Suppliers and Manufacturers Association) have been working closely with the HSE for over 30 years ensuring employees are competent to work at height on specialist access equipment. PASMA have several different courses aimed at different types of equipment, there isn’t a one size […] The post Are you work at height compliant? appeared first on HCS Safety ..read more

As the sun takes a break at the same time as many of us, I find myself feeling as reflective as the puddles outside. The last few months have been tumultuous but rewarding for us here at HCS Safety. We have launched a new bespoke internal work management system – mercifully we call it JARVIS […] The post Thoughts on Change appeared first on HCS Safety ..read more

By Drew Underwood, Senior Consultant This was a question that I was recently asked by a friend of mine who works on site. The answer… The question isn’t really that simple. It is often assumed that there is an easy answer to questions like this one, that a number can always be quoted or a […] The post What height can I use a ladder? appeared first on HCS Safety ..read more