Inside the Lithium-Ion Boom: The 6 Hidden Health Risks Workers Can’t Ignore
The world is moving toward cleaner energy and electric mobility — and lithium-ion batteries are at the center of this transformation.From electric vehicles to smartphones and solar energy storage, lithium-ion batteries power our everyday lives. But behind this innovation lies a growing concern: the health and safety of workers involved in battery manufacturing. In this […]
UK Public Sector Workplace Deaths Surge 67% — Shocking New Analysis
A decade-long review of UK Public sector workplace deaths shows a stark shift in risk: while construction still accounts for the most fatalities overall, public administration, defence, health and education have recorded the steepest increase—up 67% since 2014/15. Key findings at a glance for UK Public Sector Workplace Deaths Why it matters These figures underline […]
The UK’s Health and Safety Regulator has Launched a New National Plan to Tackle Occupational Ill Health, Aiming To Make Britain The Healthiest Country in the World to Work.
The UK has long been recognised as one of the safest countries in the world to work, but the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has now announced plans to make it the healthiest too. Speaking at yesterday’s HSE’s 2025 Annual General Meeting, chief executive Sarah Albon said the shift marks a natural progression for the […]
Inspections Expose ‘Serious Gaps’ in Workplace Noise Safety
HSE has found widespread shortfalls in how employers manage hearing protection for staff exposed to high noise levels. The Health and Safety Executive’s (HSE) latest inspection campaign has uncovered “serious gaps” in how UK workplaces protect employees from excessive noise. The findings showed that many employers were failing to manage hearing protection effectively, leaving staff […]
Three Firms Hit with Safety Notices After North Sea Explosive Incident
The Health and Safety Executive has taken enforcement action against three major energy firms following the premature detonation of a perforating gun at the Seagull Field. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has launched an investigation and taken enforcement action after an explosive device was prematurely fired in a well at the Seagull Field in […]
Transport Safety: Six Hurt In Train Derailment on Nigeria’s Busiest Passenger Line
A train that partially derailed on the Abuja-Kaduna line in Nigeria, has left six passengers with minor injuries. Emergency services have treated the injured, and the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau has confirmed that there were no fatalities. The safety bureau has now launched a full investigation into the incident, which is the second derailment on […]
Namibia Oil and Gas Conference 2025 – OSHAssociation Urged Stakeholders to Prioritise Employee’s Safety in the Industry
The Namibia Oil and Gas Conference 2025 successfully convened industry leaders, policymakers, safety experts, and stakeholders from across the region to deliberate on opportunities, challenges, and sustainable practices in the emerging energy sector. Among the highlights of the event was the session led by Occupational Safety and Health Association (OSHAssociation), which focused on “The Occupational […]
ASRY shines spotlight on safety culture with HSE Week
The Arab Shipbuilding and Repair Yard Company (ASRY) has held its 2025 Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Week under the theme ‘Elevating HSE Culture with Safe Summer.’ The Arab Shipbuilding and Repair Yard Company (ASRY) has conducted its 2025 Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Week, bringing together employees, subcontractors, government representatives and industry leaders to […]
Teen apprentice injured in fall leads to £800k fine for housebuilder
In brief: In detail: Housebuilder, Taylor Wimpey UK Limited, has been fined £800,000 after a 17-year-old apprentice suffered multiple injuries when a temporary stairwell covering collapsed on a construction site in Somerset. Charlie Marsh, a bricklaying apprentice from Whitchurch, Bristol, was less than a year into his career when the incident occurred at the company’s […]
Nigerian company commits N20m yearly to staff safety
In brief: In detail: Chemstar Paints Industries Nigeria Limited has pledged to invest over N20m (£10,500) annually into employee health and safety initiatives as part of efforts to improve staff welfare. Group managing director Adedayo Paseda made the announcement at the company’s recent Health & Safety Week 2025, which took place at its head office […]
