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Fire regs Jan 2023

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Why consider an apprenticeship as an adult?

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Keeping safe in winter

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CHAS Accreditation – What Do I Need to Know?

What is the difference between SSIP and CHAS? SSIP (safety schemes in procurement) is an umbrella scheme that was set up to streamline prequalification and encourage straightforward mutual recognition between its Member Schemes. Some of the more well known member schemes that come under SSIP are SMAS, safe contractor, and CHAS. CHAS is a co-founder […]

Gas Safety Week: Fighting for a Gas Safe Nation

Stay gas safe We are proud to be supporting Gas Safety Week 2022, taking place 12 – 18 September. Gas Safety Week is an annual safety week to raise awareness of gas safety and the importance of taking care of your gas appliances. It is coordinated by Gas Safe Register, the official list of gas […]

Are Designated Fire Wardens Essential?

What is a fire warden? Fire wardens (sometimes called fire marshals) are designated members of staff who have completed fire warden training. They play a key role in the ongoing management of fire safety in the workplace.   Is it essential my business has designated fire wardens? Having a designated fire warden complies with The […]

How Can Mental Health and Wellbeing Be a Part of Your Health and Safety Plan?

Across the UK, work-related stress accounts for over half (57%) of all working days lost to ill health. In the last 12 months, over 600 000 workers reported suffering from stress, depression or anxiety, caused or made worse by work.     At Compass, we believe that employee mental health and wellbeing needs to be […]

What is HAVS (Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome)

All workers who use hand-held vibrating equipment are at risk of developing HAVS (although some people may be more at risk due to existing medical conditions or genetic factors) as prolonged exposure to vibration can cause serious medical conditions. Early symptoms of HAVS include: Tingling and numbness in the fingers; Not being able to feel […]