Practical Tips for Returning to Work after Maternity Leave
Going back to work for the first time after maternity leave can be different for everyone. Some women will be looking forward to it and some will be dreading it, most will be a mix of the two.
Do you have a good work life balance?
For some employees, living the reality of work life balance comes more naturally. For others, it seems far out of their reach. It probably has a lot to do with personality type and how people view their lives and what is really important to them.
Effective Health & Safety Management Contributes to Business Success
It is true to say that most SME’s may not have the resources to manage Health and Safety, in the same way that large companies and corporations do. In saying that, this is no excuse for having a poor level of Health and Safety management in your workplace.
The Importance of Completing Corrective Actions
Generating corrective and preventative actions (CAPA’s) and recording them in a plan is one thing, closing them out to a satisfactory standard, verifying that that has been done and monitoring ongoing compliance is another.
Going Green at Work
Governments, businesses and private citizens are coming together in an effort to leave behind a better world for future generations. Businesses can do their bit to help in this global effort while also benefiting the local environment in which they operate.
Optimise the collection and use of OSH data
This year the International Labour Organisation (ILO) will be focussing on how to optimise the collection and use of OSH data. World Day for Safety and Health and Work will take place on April 28th and this is the theme that will be highlighted.
The New GDPR – Here’s What You Need to Know
A new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (Regulation (EU) 2016/679) has been introduced by the European Commission and will come into force across the EU on 25 May 2018 replacing the existing Data Protection Directive (95/46/EC).
The Benefits of Promoting Workplace Wellbeing
The way we work, company culture, workplace wellbeing programs and our relationships in the workplace are the main drivers for whether employees feel that they are valued in their roles.
Great People Build Great Cultures
We have all heard the word “culture” bandied about when discussions arise about HR and Health and Safety. But what is culture exactly? And can you spot a “great person” to help you build your “great company culture”?
Engaging Staff in EHS
If your employees are engaged and genuinely interested in EHS, then your policies and procedures will be live and effective. If they are not however, you are fighting a losing battle and will end up just firefighting every EHS issue that comes your way.