RRoaF #38: Have you given blood recently?
Riskex Reflections on a Friday #38: Have you given blood recently? Giving blood is not as scary as it sounds and according to the NHS, every pint of blood donated can save up to three lives. In the NHS annual report 2022/ 2023 it reports that only 800,000 people are active blood donors in the […]
RRoaF #33: Remembering Grenfell and Honouring Lives Lost
On the night of June 14, 2017, tragedy struck London as the Grenfell Tower, a residential high-rise, became engulfed in flames and claimed 72 lives. As we reflect on the lives lost in this harrowing event, we must also acknowledge the lessons it has taught us. In the aftermath of Grenfell, serious questions arose regarding […]
Do you Have a Violence in the Workplace Policy?
Riskex Reflections on a Friday #34: Does Your Organisation Have a Workplace Violence Policy? What is a Violence in the Workplace Policy A violence in the workplace policy outlines the procedures for reporting any threats or acts of violence. This policy can be incorporated into an employee handbook. Why should I implement a violence in […]
RRoaF #35: How to Sleep Better in Warmer Weather
Struggling to sleep in the heat? Most adults need 7 or more hours of good quality sleep on a regular schedule each night. Getting enough sleep has many benefits, it can help you get ill less often, lower your risk of serious health problems like diabetes or heart disease, but it can also help you […]
RRoaF #30: Achoo! Spare a Thought For Your Colleagues With Hay Fever
Riskex Reflections on a Friday #30: Achoo! Spare a Thought For Your Colleagues With Hay Fever Ah, spring! The time of blossoming flowers, chirping birds, and… sneezing fits? For many, the onset of spring also marks the beginning of hay fever season, bringing with it a barrage of symptoms that can significantly impact a lot […]
Riskex Reflections on a Friday #31: Remembering The 188 people Who Lost Their Lives on The 31st Anniversary Of The Kader Toy Factory Fire
Riskex Reflections on a Friday #31: Remembering The 188 people Who Lost Their Lives on The 31st Anniversary Of The Kader Toy Factory Fire The Kader Toy Factory fire, which occurred on May 10, 1993, in Thailand, was one of the deadliest industrial disasters in history. The fire broke out at the Kader Industrial (Thailand) […]
Riskex Reflections on a Friday #29: When Was the Last Time you Checked your First Aid Kit?
Riskex Reflections on a Friday #29: When was the last time you checked your first aid kit? How many of us have checked our first aid kit and found out-of-date items? Or have you gone hunting for a plaster, only to find they have all gone and haven’t been replaced? If these scenarios are familiar […]
Riskex Reflections on a Friday #26: How to Have a Conversation About Burnout
Riskex Reflections on a Friday #26: How to have a conversation about Burnout Time to Talk Day 2024 took place last week, 1st February 2024. It’s run by Mind and Rethink Mental Illness and was delivered in partnership with Co-op for the third year running. Across the UK, it’s delivered by See Me in Scotland, […]
Riskex Reflections on a Friday #27: Keep Safe this Half Term
Riskex Reflections on a Friday #27: Keep Safe this Half Term Whilst for some, half term ends today, many schools begin theirs. The promise of leisure and adventure beckons but with this also comes various safety considerations – Whether you’re planning a family getaway, or activities closer to home, or simply looking forward to some […]
Riskex Reflections on a Friday #28: Have you Carried out Risk Assessments on your Young Workers?
Apprentices and young workers face specific workplace health and safety risks due to their limited experience, lack of training, and physical and emotional development. It is crucial to identify these risks and take appropriate measures to manage them effectively. Here are some common health and safety risks for young workers and strategies to mitigate them: […]