Safety Smart: Monthly Update October 2020

9th November 2020 Posted in Blogs

As COVID-19 remains ever-present in our lives, Mates in Mind are an organisation providing support to workforces with their mental wellbeing, especially those who are working remotely during the pandemic.  

We’ve also been taking a look at RIDDOR reporting during COVID-19, sharing useful advice from HSE on whether or not you need to report cases amongst your workforce. 

Whilst industry events remain virtual for now there’s still plenty to choose from including SHP Webinars covering topics including wellness in the workforce, risk assessments and much more, places can be booked here.  

This month’s’ case study focuses on two breaches of health & safety regulations in the same month resulting in a hefty fine for the organisation in question. \

We also shared some information on our Face Fit Testing, to assist in ensuring respiratory equipment offers the right protection to the wearer. If you’re working anywhere where respiratory equipment is used then a face fit is essential – Find out more here 

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Safety Smart is a family-run business based in Stockport, Greater Manchester. Having started life in 2010 as a small consultancy we have grown to become a UK-wide provider of Health and Safety services specialising in construction,

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Contractor sentenced after un-controlled spread of asbestos

A self-employed roofing contractor has been ordered to undertake unpaid work after the uncontrolled spread of asbestos in a back garden, putting two young workers and local residents at risk.

https://press.hse.gov.uk/2025/03/28/contractor-sentenced-after-uncontrolled-spread-of-asbestos-following-roof-replacement-work-at-domestic-garages/

The Safety Smart Competent Person Scheme is designed to allow businesses to have a qualified professional OSHCR Registered and Chartered Member of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health acting as their Competent Person.

Find out more https://buff.ly/4aXQ2aR

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