Four-day working weeks have hit the headlines again, with a second UK-wide pilot set to begin in November. While there is debate around whether shortening the work week is the answer, attitudes towards more flexible ways of working are changing and employers who fail to recognise this risk being left behind.
By Kerry Reals on 01 November 2024
From March 2025, many businesses in England will have to begin separating their recyclable and food waste from general waste prior to collection, but the changes will bring wider business benefits, such as reduced waste disposal costs and improved sustainability credentials.
By Adriana Olaya Rodriguez, Newell Brands on 12 November 2024
When most people think of injuries in the materials handling industry, they picture serious incidents – severe trauma or even fatalities. However, a silent issue affects far more workers every day: musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs).
By Kirsty Cunningham, Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks on 11 November 2024
A regular Thorough Examination is a vital legal requirement to ensure the safety of materials handling equipment, but it’s crucial to ensure that anyone hired to conduct them is competent, fully understands the process and knows exactly which checks to carry out.
By Geoff Martin, CFTS on 01 November 2023
Musculoskeletal disorders are a major cause of work-related ill health, so manufacturers of materials handling equipment are increasingly adopting ergonomic principles and design features to reduce the risk of injury when operating forklifts and similar machines.
By Ben Haseley, Red Diamond Distribution on 08 November 2023
Whether it be managers knowing how to spot bad practice or co-workers understanding how to stay out of the danger zone, it’s clear that forklift training needs to cover more than just the operators themselves.
By Stuart Taylor, Mentor FLT Training on 02 November 2023
Accredited providers of materials handling equipment operator training have to meet certain requirements and are subject to adequate auditing, and this provides assurance that the training will be delivered to the correct standard.
By Liam Knight, AITT on 15 November 2023
Palletised freight distribution leader Palletline strives to ensure the highest standards of safety in both its own operations and within the haulage companies that operate as members of the Palletline network across the UK and Ireland.
By Ken Bell, Palletline on 14 November 2023
A controversial title but a book coming from the right place, 'Paper Safe' explores the way in which the author has seen occupational safety and health (OSH) management develop into a ‘bureaucratic exercise’, which is the biggest source of legal liability.
By Rob Bullen, HandsHQ, on 17 November 2023
A Low Emission Zone for non-road mobile construction machinery in London is helping to reduce the plant’s contribution to the city’s air pollution – and in May 2023, the project was judged Innovator of the Year at the Fleet Vision International Awards.
By Andrew Gordon, Cleaner Construction for London on 01 June 2023
Although products made from recycled materials are often viewed as the most sustainable purchasing option, products made from virgin materials can often have a lower environmental impact if they are more durable and last longer.
By Emilio Capelli, Newell Brands on 01 June 2023
Employees who feel engaged with their jobs, colleagues and the values of their organisation tend to report more positive wellbeing, making it essential to focus on approaches like ensuring good relationships between managers and staff.
By Jane Sparrow, The Culture Builders on 01 May 2023
Getting the PPE selection process right leads to better wearer protection, cost savings and environmental benefits – but it’s essential to use a specialist provider with the expertise to guide you.
By Ryan Plummer, RS Safety Solutions on 01 May 2023
