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Changes to Construction Skills SSP Course Prices

Further to feedback from our customers, we are to include access to, and retention of electronic CITB course materials, for delegates, as part of the course fee. Delegates will continue to use books during training sessions as this proves effective; and they can even take these away with them instead...

Hands free – Just as dangerous as using handset!

Talking on hands free mobile phone while driving can be as distracting as talking on a handheld mobile, according to new research that supports previous studies. The findings, published in the Transportation Research journal, suggest that drivers who are engaged in conversation are less likely to spot and react to hazards....

Summertime: Error

Admittedly the track record for British summertime isn't the best. We are all eagerly awaiting the sunshine to make an appearance, we could be waiting a while! However if you're home or away when you are exposed to the sun, ensure you follow our tips to protect yourself. Spend time...

Expected Shortfall of 42,000 Occupational Health Specialists

The health of the UK’s workforce is being damaged by a shortage of occupational health specialists across all disciplines, according to a study by the Council for Work and Health (CWH). Planning the future: Implications for occupational health; delivery and training calculates a shortfall of around 1000 occupational hygienists and...

Creating an E-cigarette policy

It's been 9 years since the smoking ban came into force in 2007, this resulted in a 6% drop in the number of adult smokers in England over the next 4 years. This, combined with the rise in prominence of "vaping" means there are now approximately 2.6million people in the UK using...

The Most Dangerous Foods

What are some of the most deadly foods the world has ever seen? Poisonous or harmful by design, not accident, and something that has us questioning our sanity when we choose to take a bite? Here is our list of some of the most dangerous foods available on the planet.

Children in Serious Condition after Roller Coaster Crash

The Health and Safety Executive have opened a investigation with the police, following a roller coaster crash at M&D’s theme park near Motherwell on Sunday, which left nine people injured. Among the injured are two young boys who remain in a serious condition. A 12 year old has chest, abdominal...

Zoo to Review Health & Safety

A Cincinnati zoo is reviewing its health and safety policies and procedures, following the shooting of a Western Lowland Gorilla, after a 3 year old boy fell into the gorilla enclosure. Representatives for the zoo have stated that the zoo keepers had no choice but to shoot the gorilla, while defending the...

Open Water Safety

After two children had to be rushed to hospital following being rescued from the water at Crosby Marina, this got us at Courtley thinking about open water safety. Especially as we approach summer and more time will be spent by lakes in parks and on beaches. According to The Royal...

Congratulations Jyssica

Well done to Jyssica Murphy for achieving her Level 5 NVQ Diploma in Occupational H&S Practice & IOSH Graduate Member Following a number of years study and practical delivery of effective health and safety, Jyssica has been presented with a Level 5 NVQ Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety Practice....

Should Employers Incentivise Healthier Living?

Should employers encourage drinkers and smokers to cut down? Steve Wallace says: “If it affects productivity, quality, health & safety of colleagues or reputation of the company, it’s gone too far!” For an employer, there is probably little difference in productivity and attendance between someone who drinks 21 units a...

Construction Brain Teaser

See if you can solve our construction brain teaser! Two construction site workers were up for a challenge one day, and they were pretty mad at each other. At lunch break, they confronted one another. One man, obviously stronger, said “See that wheelbarrow? I’m willin’ to bet £100 (that’s all I...

Silica Dust – Do You Know the Facts?

Do you know the facts about silica dust in the workplace? In this quiz we cover some important points to test your knowledge. Silica is all around us. Its in bricks, concrete, tiles and and is found naturally in stones and rocks. If left alone it is safe, but if you...

Review us on Google!

If you have enjoyed working with us at Courtley Health & Safety, why not review us on Google? We love receiving your feedback. It enables us to constantly improve our service, and the training we supply. If you would like to leave us a review, you can follow the simple steps listed...