Congratulations to Kevin Jones who has just passed his NEBOSH Diploma in Environmental Management (Level 6). This entitles him to use the designatory letters EnvDipNEBOSH after his name.
http://www.nebosh.org.uk/qualifications/diploma/default.asp?cref=74&ct=2
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Saturday 28 February 2009
Friday 27 February 2009
Make sure your standards are accredited by UKAS
A warning to all Companies. Ensure your Environmental/ Quality/ Health and Safety Standards are accredited by UKAS. If they are not they may be of poor quality.
The United Kingdom Accreditation Service is the sole national accreditation body recognised by government to assess, against internationally agreed standards, organisations that provide certification, testing, inspection and calibration services.
Accreditation by UKAS demonstrates the competence, impartiality and performance capability of these evaluators.
Check out UKAS and go to:
http://www.ukas.com/about_accreditation/default.asp
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The United Kingdom Accreditation Service is the sole national accreditation body recognised by government to assess, against internationally agreed standards, organisations that provide certification, testing, inspection and calibration services.
Accreditation by UKAS demonstrates the competence, impartiality and performance capability of these evaluators.
Check out UKAS and go to:
http://www.ukas.com/about_accreditation/default.asp
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contact a senior consultant
Kevin Jones
Senior Consultant
e-mail. kevin.jones@she.ltd.uk
Tel. 08456 522049
Mob. 07880 875003 (direct)
Senior Consultant
e-mail. kevin.jones@she.ltd.uk
Tel. 08456 522049
Mob. 07880 875003 (direct)
Home working tips
Welcome to this month's safety newsletter. The idea of these newsletters is to raise safety awareness and to get you involved. This month’s topic is about home working.
Top tips for home working
Conduct a risk assessment. Think about your work area and the hazards associated with it. A hazard is something with the potential to cause harm.
One possible hazard is social isolation. Some home workers may experience psychological stress due to working in isolation and with limited social contact. This can lead to a lack of self-confidence. Keep in touch with others via regular communication with colleagues or clients via phone or, better still, face to face contact.
Take regular breaks from their work; for instance, it can be helpful to go for a walk, or visit the local shop, for some interaction with other people.
Another hazard to consider at home is work equipment. Make sure the equipment provided is in good working order and is suitable for its intended purpose.
Check your work equipment for faults, issues and keep it in good working condition. If in doubt report it. Electrical Equipment needs to be checked. Check electrical equipment is not damaged. Check leads and plugs for wear and tear. Ensure there are no trailing cables.
Check for slips trips and falling hazards. A home worker may slip, trip or fall due to files, boxes and trailing wires that are on the floor; items may also fall from shelving resulting in injuries. Always keep your work area tidy. Ensure lighting levels are good.
Computers/ Display Screen Equipment can be a health hazard. Ensure that laptops and PCs are not over used! Construct your work area to suit you and not the other way around. It is all about good ergonomics. Make sure you take regular brakes, do not sit in front of the screen for hours on end!
Be prepared for accidents and make sure you have a fully stocked first aid kit.
Think fire prevention and what to do in the event of fire. If you are working at home invest in a fire extinguisher (dry powder is a good all rounder) and smoke detectors. Think about your means of escape.
Related documents/ further reading:
For more information go to: http://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/indg226.pdf
www.she.ltd.uk
Top tips for home working
Conduct a risk assessment. Think about your work area and the hazards associated with it. A hazard is something with the potential to cause harm.
One possible hazard is social isolation. Some home workers may experience psychological stress due to working in isolation and with limited social contact. This can lead to a lack of self-confidence. Keep in touch with others via regular communication with colleagues or clients via phone or, better still, face to face contact.
Take regular breaks from their work; for instance, it can be helpful to go for a walk, or visit the local shop, for some interaction with other people.
Another hazard to consider at home is work equipment. Make sure the equipment provided is in good working order and is suitable for its intended purpose.
Check your work equipment for faults, issues and keep it in good working condition. If in doubt report it. Electrical Equipment needs to be checked. Check electrical equipment is not damaged. Check leads and plugs for wear and tear. Ensure there are no trailing cables.
Check for slips trips and falling hazards. A home worker may slip, trip or fall due to files, boxes and trailing wires that are on the floor; items may also fall from shelving resulting in injuries. Always keep your work area tidy. Ensure lighting levels are good.
Computers/ Display Screen Equipment can be a health hazard. Ensure that laptops and PCs are not over used! Construct your work area to suit you and not the other way around. It is all about good ergonomics. Make sure you take regular brakes, do not sit in front of the screen for hours on end!
Be prepared for accidents and make sure you have a fully stocked first aid kit.
Think fire prevention and what to do in the event of fire. If you are working at home invest in a fire extinguisher (dry powder is a good all rounder) and smoke detectors. Think about your means of escape.
Related documents/ further reading:
For more information go to: http://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/indg226.pdf
www.she.ltd.uk
Friday 20 February 2009
free environmental information to business on law
For information on all your legal duties why not look the Environment Agiencies "netregs". Follow the link....
http://www.netregs.gov.uk/netregs/
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http://www.netregs.gov.uk/netregs/
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savings calculator
envirowise have produced a new tool called the savings calculator. see if this can help your business save money by following the link
http://www.envirowise.gov.uk/MWMP_Tool/
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http://www.envirowise.gov.uk/MWMP_Tool/
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Environmental News Letter Feb/ Mar 09
Welcome to this month's environmental newsletter. The idea of these newsletters is to raise environmental awareness and get you involved.
Waste
To make savings in your waste costs and reduce the impact on the environment, following the waste hierarchy helps to identify different options by ranking them in order of environmental impact. Start at the top of the hierarchy to eliminate all waste where possible.
Eliminate
Eliminating waste entirely may not always be possible, but by not creating it in the first place reduces costs of raw materials.
Reduce
Reducing the amount of waste you produce can be achieved in a number of ways, including the amount of packing used, reduce off-cuts and rejects, send information electronically, purchase material in bulk and use returnable containers.
Re-use
To limit extra spend of buying items in, many can be re-used to reduce waste.
For example:
• Packaging - boxes can be re-used many times.
• Printer toner cartridges - choose a supplier that has a returns policy so that they can be re-filled and used again.
• Paper - re-use paper from misprints and drafts as scrap paper in the office.
• Drums - many raw materials are delivered in drums that can be washed and returned to the supplier, or re-used on site as waste containers.
• Furniture and textiles - waste furniture and textiles may be of use to charities or to waste exchange groups.
Recycle
Recycling is an increasing requirement through legislation in order to reduce the impact on the environment. Many items can now be recycled, speak to your local recycling centre or waste management contractor to find out what they are and how they should be segregated.
Disposal
Disposal is the last resort when the other hierarchy options have been exhausted. There are legal obligations that all producers and handlers of waste need to comply with, so it is important that you contact your waste management contractor to discuss options like recycling to make waste disposal more efficient and save money.
Environmental tip of the month
Recycle all your paper, not just newspapers and magazines. Every tonne of paper used leaves 17 trees standing, looking beautiful and working hard to absorb CO2 on our behalf.
Look out for future updates.
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Waste
To make savings in your waste costs and reduce the impact on the environment, following the waste hierarchy helps to identify different options by ranking them in order of environmental impact. Start at the top of the hierarchy to eliminate all waste where possible.
Eliminate
Eliminating waste entirely may not always be possible, but by not creating it in the first place reduces costs of raw materials.
Reduce
Reducing the amount of waste you produce can be achieved in a number of ways, including the amount of packing used, reduce off-cuts and rejects, send information electronically, purchase material in bulk and use returnable containers.
Re-use
To limit extra spend of buying items in, many can be re-used to reduce waste.
For example:
• Packaging - boxes can be re-used many times.
• Printer toner cartridges - choose a supplier that has a returns policy so that they can be re-filled and used again.
• Paper - re-use paper from misprints and drafts as scrap paper in the office.
• Drums - many raw materials are delivered in drums that can be washed and returned to the supplier, or re-used on site as waste containers.
• Furniture and textiles - waste furniture and textiles may be of use to charities or to waste exchange groups.
Recycle
Recycling is an increasing requirement through legislation in order to reduce the impact on the environment. Many items can now be recycled, speak to your local recycling centre or waste management contractor to find out what they are and how they should be segregated.
Disposal
Disposal is the last resort when the other hierarchy options have been exhausted. There are legal obligations that all producers and handlers of waste need to comply with, so it is important that you contact your waste management contractor to discuss options like recycling to make waste disposal more efficient and save money.
Environmental tip of the month
Recycle all your paper, not just newspapers and magazines. Every tonne of paper used leaves 17 trees standing, looking beautiful and working hard to absorb CO2 on our behalf.
Look out for future updates.
www.she.ltd.uk
Monday 9 February 2009
Work at height tools WAIT
WAIT (Work at height, Access equipment, Information, Tool) e-Learning tool
Aimed at the occasional user of access equipment, WAIT will help you choose the safest type of access equipment, if you need to work at height. It is especially useful if you are self employed or a manager or supervisor of a small or medium sized enterprise.
Follow the link
http://www.hse.gov.uk/falls/wait/index.htm
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Aimed at the occasional user of access equipment, WAIT will help you choose the safest type of access equipment, if you need to work at height. It is especially useful if you are self employed or a manager or supervisor of a small or medium sized enterprise.
Follow the link
http://www.hse.gov.uk/falls/wait/index.htm
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CHIP 4
The HSE are seeking comments on the proposed Chemical (Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply) Regulations 2009 – to be known as CHIP 4.
Follow the link
http://www.hse.gov.uk/consult/condocs/cd220.htm
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Follow the link
http://www.hse.gov.uk/consult/condocs/cd220.htm
www.she.ltd.uk
safe environment Feb 09
In this issue
slips trips and falls tool - STEP
snow safety
budget safety
environmental policies
environmental tip of the month
STEP - Slips and Trips eLearning Package
The HSE are continuing to raise awareness about the risks of slips, trips and falls from height at work, and how simple it is to take action to prevent these accidents from happening in your workplace. Phase 2 moves the focus on to promoting action in the workplace. And, the HSE has produced an exciting new innovative e-tool called STEP (Slips and Trips eLearning package) that will help dutyholders take the action needed to prevent around 11,000 major injuries to workers arising from slips and trips that occur every year. It is available now and free to use on line just click on this link.
Snow safety
More snow is on the way... Here are some useful tips on snow safety which can be found on YouTube, just follow the link. Or find out how drivers in the U.S. manage in the snow (link).
budget health and safety
If you run a business and you employ five or more employees you have a duty under law to provide Health and Safety arrangements. Effective health and safety management brings benefits such as a significant reduction in accidents and sickness absence, reduced insurance premiums, increased customer confidence, and employee goodwill. We do one off safety packages starting from £400 + VAT. If want someone interested in your business and helping you, then contact us. We believe our success reflects yours. If you are legally compliant, saving money with no accidents then we are doing a good job.
Environmental Policies
The environmental policy is at the core of any environmental management system.ISO14001:2001 describes an environmental policy as the ... "overall intentions and direction of an organization related to its environmental performance as formally expressed by top management". Unless there is full commitment from the top to the bottom of the organisation, the process of creating implementing your environmental management system and then going forward to a possible assessment ill be difficult. We can help you write a policy that meets the needs of ISO14001.
Environmental tip of the monthWhen you are buying equipment for your home or office, make sure it will last. Check that it can be easily repaired and that the manufacturer will supply spare parts. It's also worth investing a little more in products that have a long guarantee. For more Green Office follow the link.
For further information and advice on safety health and environmental issues contact us at info@she.ltd.uk /phone 08456 522049 or visit our blog at http://sheltduk.blogspot.com or website at www.she.ltd.uk
slips trips and falls tool - STEP
snow safety
budget safety
environmental policies
environmental tip of the month
STEP - Slips and Trips eLearning Package
The HSE are continuing to raise awareness about the risks of slips, trips and falls from height at work, and how simple it is to take action to prevent these accidents from happening in your workplace. Phase 2 moves the focus on to promoting action in the workplace. And, the HSE has produced an exciting new innovative e-tool called STEP (Slips and Trips eLearning package) that will help dutyholders take the action needed to prevent around 11,000 major injuries to workers arising from slips and trips that occur every year. It is available now and free to use on line just click on this link.
Snow safety
More snow is on the way... Here are some useful tips on snow safety which can be found on YouTube, just follow the link. Or find out how drivers in the U.S. manage in the snow (link).
budget health and safety
If you run a business and you employ five or more employees you have a duty under law to provide Health and Safety arrangements. Effective health and safety management brings benefits such as a significant reduction in accidents and sickness absence, reduced insurance premiums, increased customer confidence, and employee goodwill. We do one off safety packages starting from £400 + VAT. If want someone interested in your business and helping you, then contact us. We believe our success reflects yours. If you are legally compliant, saving money with no accidents then we are doing a good job.
Environmental Policies
The environmental policy is at the core of any environmental management system.ISO14001:2001 describes an environmental policy as the ... "overall intentions and direction of an organization related to its environmental performance as formally expressed by top management". Unless there is full commitment from the top to the bottom of the organisation, the process of creating implementing your environmental management system and then going forward to a possible assessment ill be difficult. We can help you write a policy that meets the needs of ISO14001.
Environmental tip of the monthWhen you are buying equipment for your home or office, make sure it will last. Check that it can be easily repaired and that the manufacturer will supply spare parts. It's also worth investing a little more in products that have a long guarantee. For more Green Office follow the link.
For further information and advice on safety health and environmental issues contact us at info@she.ltd.uk /phone 08456 522049 or visit our blog at http://sheltduk.blogspot.com or website at www.she.ltd.uk
US driving in snow safety tips
Follow the link to find out how the US deal with driving safely in the snow
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XvcQVZNHFzM
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XvcQVZNHFzM
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HSE Podcast
In this episode Professor Cooper talks about HSE's new look Stress at Work website; behind the scenes at HSE Infoline and a popular health and safety question answered
http://www.hse.gov.uk/podcasts/2009/infoline.htm
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http://www.hse.gov.uk/podcasts/2009/infoline.htm
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Slips and Trips eLearning package - STEP
The HSE are continuing to raise awareness about the risks of slips, trips and falls from height at work, and how simple it is to take action to prevent these accidents from happening in your workplace.
Phase 2 moves the focus on to promoting action in the workplace. And, the HSE has produced an exciting new innovative e-tool called STEP (Slips and Trips eLearning package) that will help dutyholders take the action needed to prevent around 11,000 major injuries to workers arising from slips and trips that occur every year.
It is available now and free to use on line just click on this link http://www.hse.gov.uk/slips/step/index.htm
www.she.ltd.uk
Phase 2 moves the focus on to promoting action in the workplace. And, the HSE has produced an exciting new innovative e-tool called STEP (Slips and Trips eLearning package) that will help dutyholders take the action needed to prevent around 11,000 major injuries to workers arising from slips and trips that occur every year.
It is available now and free to use on line just click on this link http://www.hse.gov.uk/slips/step/index.htm
www.she.ltd.uk
Thursday 5 February 2009
Green Office News
Envirowise has issued another Green Office News (issue 4). Follow the link
for more information
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for more information
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Myth of the Month
The HSE have released this months myth of the month
Pancake races are banned!
http://www.hse.gov.uk/myth/feb09.htm
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Pancake races are banned!
http://www.hse.gov.uk/myth/feb09.htm
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Farm self-assessment software
The HSE has developed this free interactive software to help farmers carry out a comprehensive health and safety assessment of their farms and to raise the levels of health and safety awareness in the industry.
http://www.hse.gov.uk/agriculture/assessment/index.htm
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http://www.hse.gov.uk/agriculture/assessment/index.htm
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