Numerous organisations are revising their employment policies to incorporate pets, particularly dogs. With the recognition of the positive impact pets can have, an increasing number of pet-friendly companies have emerged since the pandemic. Companies ranging from Amazon to Airbnb have embraced the idea of allowing employees to bring their dogs to work.
If your company is contemplating the adoption of a pet-friendly workplace policy, it's crucial to be aware of certain key aspects. Keep reading to explore the advantages, potential disadvantages, and guidelines for implementing such a policy. Likewise, if you're a dog owner eager to bring your furry companion to work, it's essential to grasp the intricacies involved and prepare your dog for the office environment.
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Glastonbury, Reading and Leeds, Download, Creamfields… there’s nothing better than a British music festival with your friends. Well, when the weather plays ball.
To make a festival experience something goers will remember for a lifetime – for the right reasons – organisers have the responsibility of implementing a number of health and safety systems, as well as crowd control management.
How can signage and barrier tape from retailers like us help facilitate this? Read on to find out.
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Doing physical work for long periods of time in heat is generally discouraged, as there are a whole host of health risks associated with it. It’s important that employers provide the correct information and health and safety supplies for working in high temperatures, and that employees work sensibly regarding the temperature.
Working in the heat, safety is vital, regardless of where you work. Read on to find our summer safety tips for the workplace.
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Tobacco use has been part of human activity since the ceremonial rituals of Native American Culture. Since then, its uses have simply been adapted, until the invention of the tobacco cigarette.
The modern history of smoking has so far seen many changes, with the latest change in its social standing being the introduction of e-cigarettes (also known as vapes). With this in mind, what is the current regulation on smoking in public? What signs do you need for no smoking areas? Below, we explain everything you need to know.
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Working at heights continues to be a leading contributor to fatal accidents and severe injuries. The term 'work at height' relates to tasks performed in locations where, without preventive measures, individuals could potentially experience a significant fall that could result in bodily harm. Cases often involve incidents like falling from ladders or through delicate surfaces.
Employers can take simple, practical measures to reduce risks associated with working from heights. Keep reading to discover more about the risks associated with working from heights, and the vital safety measures you should be putting in place as an employer or employee.
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