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In 2016, new cut resistance ratings for anti-cut gloves and sleeves in the EN388:2016 standards were announced, and in 2019 these standards began to find their way into PPE product. You will likely be familiar with Cut 1 – 5 resistance levels, but these are now deprecated. The EN388:2016 cut proofing levels now range from […]

Christmas comes but once a year, and with it comes a golden marketing opportunity using seasonal employee uniform. You already know that a branded uniform or workwear helps build your brand identity, but at Christmas you have the chance to really stand out from the competition. You have an opportunity to create a long-lasting impression […]

Daily contact with hazardous materials at work can lead to serious health problems later on in life for your or your staff. Occupational diseases can be horrific and fatal, so it is always worth educating yourself on how you can prevent them. As an employer – it is your responsibility to make sure you control […]

A door supervisor’s role involves a lot more than standing in front of a door. Licences require extensive formal training in areas as far reaching as civil and criminal law, health & safety, conflict management and physical intervention. No longer just a “doorman” or a “bouncer”, modern day door staff are highly qualified in a […]

Anyone working in a cold environment is at risk of cold stress. In several industries, workers are required to work outdoors in cold environments for extended periods of time and the consequences of spending too much time working in the cold can be fatal. Cold stress is just the beginning of the issues that could […]

Don’t get caught out when providing your staff with work uniform. There are policy guidelines that you should follow relating to reporting, National Insurance and tax to avoid contravening any government regulations. PLEASE NOTE: This article is for informational purposes only. This article is not Tax advice, nor are your tax affairs part of the service […]

“This process is inefficient” one employee might say. Another might complain, “I can’t get anything done in the office when the music is blasting.” A third might say, “I didn’t like how this manager handled my complaint.” Another employee might declare, “My workwear is uncomfortable and doesn’t suit me… I hate it!” These are just […]

Do you have that one employee who shows up to work in a torn uniform most days or forgets their company bespoke branded polo once a week? You may have another employee who wears wholly inappropriate shorts with their company branded t-shirt, even though they are supposed to wear a plain black skirt or black […]

Do you know the regulations concerning the hoardings around areas of construction work? The hoarding on building sites – temporary wall-like structures that are built around the perimeter of the site – are covered by site hoarding regulations. They are designed to shield the site from the view of the public and prevents unauthorised access, […]

If your company has five employees or more, you must have a written workplace health and safety policy. You should bring this to the attention of your employees via training.  Is it time to renew your Health and Safety Policy? There is no set time for renewal of your health and safety policy. However, you […]

Working on the road exposes your team to hazards at the best of times, but in the summer there are added dangers. By reading this article, you will be able to outline how to maximise your road workers’ safety in the warmer months of the year. Find out how you can keep your employees safe […]

High temperatures and blistering sunshine can pose a great danger for your employees working in the sun. It is important that you understand the following risks and how you can keep your team as safe as possible at work: Change the Work Schedule Take Regular Breaks Be Aware of the Environment Provide PPE and Training […]

If you want to boost productivity and make your team more efficient at work, here’s the key 8 habits of a professional and productive team. From organisation to appearance, all teams who work well together have these habits as part of their daily routine. They are Highly Organised From the bottom to the top of […]

Sun exposure causes most skin cancer. The exposure may be long term or short term – where there are periods of intense sun exposure, causing burns. UV light in sunlight damages the DNA in the skin cells, and over time, this damage can lead to skin cancer. If your employees work outside in hot weather, […]

The first PPE Directive was adopted over two decades ago in 1992 and later revised in 2002, meaning an update was long overdue. On the 12th February 2016, the new regulation was adopted in order for industries to stay on top of burgeoning technologies designed to help keep employees safe in the workplace. The directive […]

It is important to understand how heat when working outside can affect your workers health both long and short term. With the weather rising each year, you must revise your policies to keep your staff safe while working outside. Here are 3 policies you need to address in order to work safely in the sun. […]

Heat stress is a major threat to many workers, especially those who work outside in the summer months. But do not forget that heat stress at work is a threat all year round. Those who work in factories and bakeries are vulnerable to heat-related illnesses, no matter what the season. To operate safely as a […]

What if we were to tell you that driving in the snow, pouring rain and freezing temperatures are actually less dangerous than driving in summer? No way, right? Well… the conditions in the summer months contribute to more accidents than any other time of the year. There are various hazards which you’ve got to be […]

Most people know about the dangers of skin cancer and sunburn. However, when your employees work outside in the summer, how can they protect themselves from the sun? One of the easiest and most logical answers is sun cream. As an employer, is it your responsibility to provide your workers with sunscreen? The Ugly Truth […]

From a company polo shirt to a branded coverall suit, it is important to consider these benefits when investing in a driver uniform for your company. Page Contents Brand Recognition Brand Promotion PR Opportunity Consistent Presentation Durable Reliability for Drivers Team Building Boosts Morale Staff Retention Brand Recognition Here’s a quick question to explain the […]

If carried out incorrectly, vehicle loading can put your workforce at great risk. Not only of injuring themselves, they could also jeopardise the safety of other road users. If carried out against procedure, loading can be financially costly to your business too. Here are the various do’s and don’ts you should bear in mind when […]

Introducing cardigans for office staff to your workwear uniform is a brilliant way to bridge the gap between employees wearing their own clothes and the business gaining the benefits of a uniform. You may wonder why this is the case, read on to find out. Page Contents How Can Cardigans Help Brand Promotion Why Staff are […]

Now that winter is coming to an end and the ground is finally starting to thaw, your grounds maintenance team will have much more work to do. The warmer weather means that your employees can get to work outside, clearing winter debris and preparing the work site for the months ahead. Make sure your team […]

Event staff wear uniforms for several reasons. Some of these reasons are that it helps the team look professional, stand out from crowds, and increase brand awareness when customised. Here are four workwear items your event staff need: Page Contents Hi Vis Vests and Jackets Gloves Boots Branded Polos, Hoodies, and Fleeces 1. Hi Vis […]

If you understand the wide range of benefits that custom workwear brings to a business, but also have a large turnover of temp staff, here’s how to minimise expenditure and treat temporary workers fairly. Why You Should Treat Temp Staff Well When It Comes To Custom Workwear There could be any number of reasons as […]

Nobody likes getting ill and it is even worse when the fevers, coughs and sneezes force you and your employees to take days off work. It only takes one person to fall ill to bring down a large group of employees with a nasty bug.  What can you do to prevent this domino effect of illness […]

When it comes to creating a uniform policy, it’s easy to worry about complying with regulation and keeping staff happy in order to avoid any backlashes in morale, productivity or staff retention. For ease, here are our 6 simple steps to creating a staff uniform policy that complies with regulation and means you have nothing […]

The answer is simple. You need personal protective equipment that will help keep your workers safe from harm in the workplace. Even after putting all the relevant safety measures in place, it is vital you ensure all of your staff wear the correct PPE on site all of the time there is risk. Not only […]

The Health and Safety Executive notes that there were 74,000 reported cases of work-related hearing loss in 2004 to 2005. In 1997 to 1998, those figures were closer to half a million. Both education and regulations have likely decreased these numbers of preventable hearing loss, but it’s important that hearing is protected where possible. What […]