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Unfortunately, no matter how good an organisation’s personal safety policies and procedures are, a member of staff could find themselves in a situation with an aggressive member of the public…

Workplace safety is crucial for every business, yet injuries remain common. These incidents not only affect employee wellbeing, but also impact productivity and financial stability. Here, we outline ten common…

For employees who work alone, a personal safety app allows them to raise an alarm in an emergency, keep managers informed with their location and provides peace of mind that…

The concept of the 'workplace' has undergone a transformation. For many, the ‘workplace’ now includes home and the office. According to the Chartered Institute of Personal Development (CIPD), 83% of…

Ensuring the safety of employees should be a top priority for all organisations, and with the moral and legal arguments for investing in safety being more clear than ever, investing…

89% of the 3 million workers employed across 300,000 retail outlets have experienced violence or abuse at work, according to research by the British Retail Consortium. This equates to over…

Violence and aggression against NHS personnel are prevalent, affecting 37% of healthcare workers every month. These incidents significantly affect staff’s physical and psychological wellbeing, recruitment and retention, and can impact…

Abuse towards employees, particularly in roles such as retail, hospitality and healthcare has risen sharply since the pandemic. When faced with threatening situations, protecting yourself is a basic human instinct…

Navigating your legal and ethical responsibilities as an employer can be challenging. While the concept of ‘duty of care’ serves as guidance for the relationship between employers and employees, there…

Critical event management (CEM) refers to a comprehensive approach and set of strategies implemented by organisations to identify, assess, respond to, and mitigate the impact of critical events that could…