With the support of OnePoll, COBA surveyed 1,000 non-office workers who stand for at least four hours a day to uncover the mental and physical health risks associated with prolonged standing.

These findings shine a light on conditions in manufacturing, retail, hospitality and healthcare, where workers struggle with lower back, foot and knee pain – among other issues.

These sectors rely on standing workers, yet many people suffer from preventable health problems that they associate with their working conditions.

It’s time to shine a light on this issue and take action to protect the wellbeing of our workforce.

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ADL Health and Safety is offering comprehensive 2025 IOSH Level 3 Certificate courses in Occupational Safety and Health, available virtually and in-person at Merseyside Fire and Rescue. Ideal for new and aspiring OSH professionals, these courses provide essential skills and real-world applications to enhance safety culture and organisational performance.

TTC launches new interactive training courses aimed at high-risk fleet drivers and those with poor telematics performance – including young drivers Businesses monitoring driver behaviour of grey, comp ...

Willmott Dixon Group has renewed its three-year partnership with TTC, building on a successful collaboration that has reduced driver-related insurance claims by 51% and offences by 46%. Through TTC’s Continuum platform, Willmott Dixon achieved 99% fleet compliance and enhanced driver safety, supporting sustainability goals and reducing risk across its 3,000+ vehicle fleet.

This report will also help anyone involved in running a fleet, to understand the driver, vehicle and company risks associated with running a fleet of vehicles. While focusing mainly on people who driv ...

Fire Safety Awareness is an engaging and practical training programme designed for individuals at any level and in any sector, worldwide. Avoiding complex legal jargon, it focuses on actionable fire safety essentials, including evacuation procedures, fire hazards, and equipment use. Delivered in just half a day, it minimises workplace disruption while enhancing fire safety culture and staff involvement. Certified by IOSH, the training boosts workplace safety, improves reputation, and fosters compliance.

KASK safety helmets with internal shell produced from Neopor® Ccycled® by BASF

Edinburgh-based occupational risk prevention specialist, Reactec, is continuing the expansion of its distribution network throughout Europe, following an agreement with BaSystemen BV to supply Reactec’s workplace wearable technology across the Benelux region.

Ensuring that items are maintained and cleaned properly can be a time-consuming task for businesses, and incorrect washing and care of the garments can create risk in the workplace.

Has the correct type of workwear been specified? Elis estimates that around 60 per cent of businesses that supply staff workwear may be using some that does not offer adequate protection or is not compliant with legislation. Suppliers can offer advice on choosing the right products for the right application, so it is always worth checking that any workwear items specified meet the required standards for a particular sector. Elis, for example, has in-house PPE expertise and also supplies safety compliant garments for the food industry, as well as workwear for catering and hospitality.

Danish safety equipment manufacturer, Ox-on, has announced its official entry into the UK market. Renowned for their innovative and high-quality products, Ox-on remains commited to improving workplace ...

Halifax, West Yorkshire: A-SAFE, the global leader in advanced polymer safety guardrails, barriers, and bollards, has been recognised with an esteemed Red Dot Award for Product Design 2024 for its Industry 4.0-ready, active racking management product RackEye, powered by its IoT safety and efficiency platform, Conek. 

CLEAN, part of the Alsco family of companies and a leading provider in the laundry services industry, proudly announces the grand reopening of its revamped Banbury laundry facility. This reopening is ...

CLEAN, part of the Alsco family of companies and a leading provider in the laundry services industry, proudly announces the grand reopening of its revamped Banbury laundry facility. 

The Health & Safety Event 2024, hosted at the NEC Birmingham from April 30 to May 2, has set new records of attendance and unveiled pioneering advancements in the health and safety sector. With an extraordinary turnout of 11,816 health and safety professionals and 343 exhibitors, this year's event firmly established itself as the premier gathering in the UK for industry experts.

The Fire Safety Event, recognized as the premier gathering in the UK's fire safety industry, achieved unprecedented success this year. With a remarkable 36% increase in attendance and a substantial 27% rise in exhibitors, the event solidified its position as the leading platform for industry professionals. Hosting 215 international industry players and drawing over 10,973 fire safety professionals, it showcased the latest advancements in fire safety technology and fostered invaluable networking opportunities.

Sicame Group, world leader in products and services related to transport and distribution of electrical energy, renewables, electromobility, safety equipment and industrial applications, confirms its ...

Record-Breaking Turnout at The Safety & Security Event Series 5th Edition Birmingham, UK – The Safety & Security Event Series (The Security Event, The Health & Safety Event, The Fire Safety Event, and ...

Singapore, 30 April 2024 – Nineteen Group, the UK's fastest-growing exhibition organiser, is pleased to announce the expansion of its multi-award winning event portfolio, The Safety & Security Event S ...

In a major move towards achieving their Group Strategy 2025, DHL Denmark has joined forces with Protex AI to enhance safety measures and optimize logistics operations.