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10 Highest UK Health & Safety Fines of 2025 | Skillcast
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Last year saw some eye-watering Health and Safety fines issued, including £6m to Cambridgeshire County Council. We examine the largest penalties of 2025.
Christmas Fire Safety in the Workplace | Skillcast
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We have 8 tips to help you prioritise retail staff & customer safety at Christmas by ensuring you follow fire safety rules.
Top 10 Compliance Challenges in 2026 | Skillcast
36 minute read
It's that time again when we stare into a crystal ball and contemplate the year ahead. In 2026, we predict firms will encounter a myriad of challenges.
6 Ways to Improve Health and Safety Practices | Skillcast
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Make workplace health and safety a top priority. We have 6 tips to get you started.
Integrating Compliance Software With Health & Safety...
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Explore key factors in selecting compliance software for your health and safety management system (HSMS) that integrates seamlessly and supports training.
What is ISO 45001 & Why is it Important? | Skillcast
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ISO 45001 certification trumps many existing health and safety standards. Find out why it may be important to your firm.
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10 Highest HSE Fines of All Time | Skillcast
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Over the past few years, the UK has seen some substantial health and safety fines handed out by the HSE. Here is a list of the highest of these penalties.
Small Business Health & Safety Risks | Skillcast
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Small businesses face many of the same health and safety risks as larger businesses, but they have fewer resources available to manage these risks.
8 Ways to Promote Mental Health and Wellbeing at Work |...
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A healthy workforce is the key to a successful business; by promoting mental health and wellbeing at work, you create a positive, productive environment.
What Employers & Employees Can Learn from Covid-19 |...
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We cut through the media noise about coronavirus Covid-19. We've examined the timeline and produced action points to help employers and employees alike.
How to use RegTech for RIDDOR | Skillcast
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Covid has put RIDDOR in the spotlight. Piles of paperwork can make compliance with this regulatory obligation a chore. This is where RegTech steps in.
6 Ways to Refresh Your Health and Safety Training |...
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Financial penalties for companies found guilty of health & safety failings have increased - are you doing enough to train to your staff?
Workplace Injuries Across the UK and How to Avoid Them |...
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Where are businesses seeing the most workplace injuries in the UK? And how can businesses prevent them? Learn more with Skillcast.
Managing Risk in a Health Crisis | Skillcast
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Responding to epidemics like the coronavirus in the workplace can create a crisis in itself. Here are some tips to help you update your risk management.
What you Need to Know About COSHH Regulations | Skillcast
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Find out how COSHH regulations impact your workplace with our guide. It covers the law on handling hazardous substances, risk assessments, and safety advice.
8 Steps to Safer Lifting & Handling | Skillcast
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Manual handling injuries are a third of all UK work-related illnesses (HSE & NHS). Our tips will help you avoid injury by using safe lifting techniques.
How to Tackle Workplace Violence | Skillcast
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Workplace violence can be an everyday reality in some professions. We have some tips to spot the red flags, reduce risk and deal with it when it flares up.
8 Driving at Work Safety Tips | Skillcast
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Does your job require you to drive a vehicle a lot? Find out how you can improve safety when driving for work.
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