Awareness and concern for food safety in restaurants, pubs, cafes and takeaways
To assist the Food Standards Agency (FSA) in monitoring the public’s perception of food safety issues, the agency commissions a Biannual Public Attitude Tracker. A set of 10 questions asked to...
View ArticleDeregulation Bill – caution urged
The principle of simplifying requirements to cut through small business “red tape” is one which has been broadly welcomed, but a warning note has been sounded concerning the Deregulation Bill which is...
View ArticleShould employers ban e-cigarettes?
As a relatively new but rapidly growing phenomenon, the rise of the electronic cigarette has left many employers scratching their head. But what does the law say regarding this, and what should the...
View ArticleNEBOSH National Diploma Unit B exam
Earlier I took the Unit B exam for the NEBOSH National Diploma. I knew exactly what to expect as I had already completed the Unit A exam and the format was the same; six short answer questions in...
View ArticleSickness absence rate is falling – proof that management strategies work?
According to the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), workplace sickness absence rates have fallen to an average of 4.4 days per employee. This means that over the last ten...
View ArticleNEBOSH Diploma: 15 hints and tips for preparing for the course and the exams
The NEBOSH Diploma is a degree level qualification, often completed over a 12/18 month period alongside a full-time job. This will be challenging at times. Here are some hints and tips to help you...
View ArticleWhy choose in-company health and safety training?
Well-trained staff and qualified professionals are essential in making sure the business is safe. Companies that provide health and safety information and training, not only meet their legal...
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Highlights of the Health & Safety Event 2014
The Health & Safety Event is a new three day exhibition and conference at the NEC, Birmingham, packed with seminars and exhibitors. From the 11-13th March 2014 thousands of attendees travelled to...
View ArticleSantia voices concern over construction safety
Today’s guest blog is by Santia’s Key Account Manager for Construction, Joseph Hoey: As a 35% cut in the HSE’s budget begins to bite, there is speculation that this may lead to a rise in the number of...
View ArticleSantia highlights lab safety with state of the art facility
When considering the health and safety risks which are present in a lab, the first things which spring to mind might relate to chemicals or biological agents, but in an environment where people are...
View ArticleObesity “misconception” puts lives at risk
A new report by a leading UK health charity has indicated that many people could be putting their lives at risk by failing to recognise that they have a serious weight problem. According to the...
View ArticleLiving with Food Allergies… why knowledge and trust are the secrets to success
Dr James Deverill, Head of Consultancy, Santia Consulting I’ve been told that food allergies are fashionable, and are a fad that is being fuelled by the media and industries wishing to capitalise on...
View ArticleWorld Cup BBQ food safety tips
With World Cup fever upon us and most games scheduled during the evenings, hosting a Brazilian themed barbeque is an excellent way of ensuring your customers are getting some food into them whilst they...
View ArticleHow to handle the World Cup flu pandemic…?
With England’s first World Cup match just around the corner, many employers will be bracing themselves for the great four-yearly flu pandemic. The World Cup in 2006 is estimated to have cost the...
View ArticlePassing your NEBOSH General Certificate exam… Learn this useful examination...
NEBOSH often give you clues in their exam questions as to what they expect from your answer. All you have to do is learn to read the question to ascertain exactly what is being asked of you. NEBOSH are...
View ArticleeLearning vs classroom: the battle of the training format…
Whether learning takes place online or in the classroom, the quality and effectiveness of the learning shouldn’t be compromised. However, there are clear and distinct advantages of both formats, and...
View ArticleWhy study for the NEBOSH Diploma?
1.The NEBOSH Diploma course is the first step to becoming a chartered safety and health practitioner. 2.It is a prestigious and highly-respected safety diploma, currently held by over 10,000 OSH...
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