Should Mental Health Be a Part of Your Health & Safety Plan?
Did you know that in 2022/23 1.8 million workers reported they were suffering from work-related ill health in, with approximately half of the cases down to stress, depression or anxiety. At Compass, we believe that employee mental health and wellbeing needs to be part of any successful business’ health and safety plan. Think about it […]
50 Years of the Health and Safety at Work Act – What Has it Accomplished?
“Back in my day, we didn’t have any of this health and safety nonsense.” Most people have heard colleagues, friends, or family express similar sentiments in regards to health and safety laws they may personally find restrictive. In 1974, the implementation of the Health and Safety at Work Act marked a significant milestone as the first major labour law to govern all workplaces. It also notably increased accountability for both employers and employees. However, in the last 50 years, how has the Health & Safety At Work Act affected workplaces in the UK? Let’s take a look at the facts.
How Useful is The NEBOSH Construction Certificate in Real Life Situations?
How useful is the NEBOSH Construction Certificate really when it comes to real-life situations? Craig Hallsworth, who completed the NEBOSH Construction Certificate with Compass in 2023, shares the following experience.
ELCAS Funding With Compass
The ELCAS scheme is designed to encourage lifelong learning among the Armed Forces by providing financial support for higher level education. Eligible learners can now apply for ELCAS funding with Compass for the following qualifications: Level 3 Award in Education and Training Level 5 Diploma in Teaching (FE & Skills) Level 3 Certificate for Occupational […]
What is the Purpose of a Fire Marshal?
The qualification is aimed at those within Fire and Rescue Services who are required to identify and report on fire safety issues as part of their role.
Don’t Make These Mistakes as a Fire Safety Inspector
Being a fire safety inspector is not an easy job. Former fire safety regulator Adam Postlethwaite tells us what mistakes to avoid.
What is Legally Required for Fire Safety Awareness Training in 2024?
Whilst those with specific responsibilities such as a fire warden may need specific training relating to their duties, what is the legal requirement for fire safety training when it comes to employees who do not necessarily have any specific responsibilities?
What Can a Level 3 Award in Education and Training Do For Me
Whilst the Level 3 Award in Education and Training can be used in all industries, some common examples of how this qualification is used are…
Q+A With an Occupational Health Technician
Q+A with Compass’ Resident Occupational Health Technician With the news about the newly regulated qualification for occupational health technicians, find out what Compass OHT, James Davies, has to say about his role as an occupational health technician. What do you enjoy most about being an occupational health technician? Meeting and working with a wide variety […]
The Ultimate Guide to Occupational Health Technician Courses
What qualifications do I need to be an Occupational Health Technician? Up until recently the standard route to becoming an occupational health technician was a three day course, unregulated by an awarding body, but could be CPD (continued professional development) accredited. However, the new Level 3 Certificate for Occupational Health Technicians is the only regulated […]
