Lois Communicate

Published: August 2026Reading Time: 6–8 minutesSuitable for: Employers, Managers and EmployeesTopics: PPE, Heat Stress, Occupational Health, Risk Assessment At a glance Remember these key points: PPE is often the last line of defence against workplace hazards Employees should not remove required PPE simply because it is uncomfortable Employers should consider alternative ways to reduce heat … Read more

Published: July 2026Reading Time: 5–7 minutesSuitable for: Employers, Managers and EmployeesTopics: Weather Safety, Occupational Health, Risk Assessment, Emergency Planning At a glance Remember these key points: A Red Weather Warning indicates dangerous weather with a potential risk to life. Businesses do not automatically have to close, but work should be reviewed carefully. Consider whether work … Read more

Published: June 2026Reading Time: 7–9 minutesSuitable for: Employers, Managers and EmployeesTopics: Occupational Health, Wellbeing, Mental Health, Management At a glance Remember these key points: Pressure can be positive, but excessive or prolonged pressure can lead to work-related stress Stress can affect both physical and mental health The HSE identifies six key areas that influence workplace … Read more

Published: May 2026Reading Time: 6–8 minutesSuitable for: All employers and employeesTopics: Occupational Health, COSHH, Wellbeing, Risk Assessment At a glance Remember these five principles: Not every allergy is work-related, but work can make allergies worse Seasonal allergies may require simple workplace adjustments Occupational dermatitis is one of the UK’s most common work-related diseases Some hazardous … Read more

Published: April 2026 Reading time: 6 minutes Suitable for: Business Owners, Managers and Supervisors Topics: Health Surveillance | First Aid | Risk Assessment | Occupational Health Ask Harwood One of the questions most businesses will ask is: “Do I legally need a trained first aider? Is an online first aid course enough? Here’s a recent … Read more