Insights

Adverse weather – a predictable future event

10th September 2026

Climate impacts are rising, yet preparedness is lagging. With record temperatures, increasing weather disruptions, and a prolonged El Niño expected into 2027, organisations must shift focus from mitigation to adaptation and resilience.

From rooftops to restaurants: what recent Legionella outbreaks tell us about emerging exposure pathways

7th September 2026

Legionnaires’ disease outbreaks in Canada and France highlight that risks extend beyond cooling towers. Organisations should identify, assess and maintain all aerosol-generating systems, including misters, humidifiers and water features, to reduce exposure risks.

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The air we breathe at work: Why indoor air quality matters

7th September 2026

We spend much of our working lives indoors, but how often do we consider the quality of the air we are breathing?

What first aid provisions am I required to provide?

4th September 2026

Employers must provide appropriate first aid equipment, facilities, and personnel, with kits aligned to BS 8599-1 standards. Higher-risk workplaces may need additional provisions, including AEDs, which are recommended best practice and should be regularly inspected.

Benedict’s Law – how do I effectively manage allergies in my school?

2nd September 2026

On the 1^st December 2021, Benedict Blythe was 5 years old when he suffered a fatal anaphylactic shock at school after ingesting cow’s milk.

Health and safety culture: more than just compliance

25th August 2026

Most organisations understand the importance of complying with health and safety legislation. Policies, risk assessments, training records, and audits all play a vital role in meeting legal obligations. However, compliance alone does not guarantee a safe workplace.

Sustainability with safety in mind: The solar fire risks we can't afford to overlook

11th August 2026

As organisations continue their journey towards net zero, solar photovoltaic (PV) systems have become a popular and visible symbol of sustainability. Hospitals, schools, commercial buildings, and public sector estates are increasingly investing in rooftop solar installations to reduce carbon emissions and energy costs.

Legionella – yet another reminder of why management control is so important

3rd August 2026

Further to my colleague Kerry Clarkson’s Insight last week (New York Legionella Outbreak), a “community cluster” of Legionnaires’ disease in Manhattan's Upper East Side (centred on the neighbourhoods of Carnegie Hill and Yorkville), looks like it may be resolving, with New York City officials saying they are "confident" the source of the outbreak has been eradicated.

Adverse weather – a predictable future event

From rooftops to restaurants: what recent Legionella outbreaks tell us about emerging exposure pathways

The air we breathe at work: Why indoor air quality matters

What first aid provisions am I required to provide?

Benedict’s Law – how do I effectively manage allergies in my school?

Health and safety culture: more than just compliance

Sustainability with safety in mind: The solar fire risks we can't afford to overlook

Legionella – yet another reminder of why management control is so important

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