You’ve noticed that some companies are keen to promote a “zero accident” policy in their workplace. You can see potential problems and don’t think it’s really achievable in your business.What
approach should you take?
Published 03.06.2008
In the event of a serious workplace accident you will need to call the emergency services as quickly as possible. What information will they require and how should you prepare for their arrival?
Published 24.10.2005
Conducting a detailed investigation then going public with your findings may appear to be the best way of preventing a similar incident. But are there problems with this approach that you should be
aware of?
Published 20.10.2008
A recent case has highlighted just how important it is to avoid accidents that have to be reported to the HSE. What experience did the company in question have, and how can you avoid a similar fate?
Published 10.02.2010
In the event of a serious accident, who’s likely to arrive first - the Health & Safety Executive or the police? Probably the police, but why, and who would have called them?
Published 21.11.2005
Your first aider has reported that a staff member has lost the tip of his finger in an accident. What are the requirements to report this to the HSE and does it count as an amputation?
Published 27.02.2006
From September 2011 the HSE will change the way that serious accidents and incidents must be reported. To reflect this, we’ve updated our accident and incident reporting policy. What should you do
now?
Published 02.08.2011
If anyone connected with your activities has an accident you should keep a record of it. Our accident report form encourages you to take a comprehensive approach when collating this information so
that it’s available at a later date.
Published 18.01.2021
Some of the visitors to your premises are children. If they are injured, what are the rules for dealing with accidents? And are there any special requirements for giving first aid and accident
reporting?
Published 21.06.2018
You’ve heard that it’s become impossible for anonymous complaints about workplace health and safety to be made to the HSE. Is this true?
Published 09.12.2011