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Disability Awareness Quiz

Equality and Diversity Safeguarding Adults

Test your disability awareness in our free quiz, to ensure you promote equal opportunities within your organisation. Further resources provided.

Dec 21, 2018
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Food Preservation Methods and Guidance

Food Safety Hospitality

Food preservation methods help to extend the longevity of food. Find out what the most common methods are, and how to carry them out safely.

Dec 19, 2018
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Safeguarding Children and Adults at Risk: What is Regulated Activity?

Safeguarding Adults Safeguarding Children

Regulated activity refers to roles, involving work with children or vulnerable adults, for which you must have a DBS certificate. Our guide explains more.

Dec 17, 2018
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Permit to Work Quiz

Safety Management Site Safety

If your workplace needs to carry out certain high-risk activities, it must have a permit to work. Test your knowledge with our quick quiz here.

Dec 12, 2018
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Managing Occupational Health in Construction

Mental Health and Wellbeing Site Safety

Due to the high mortality rate in construction, managing occupational health & mental wellbeing is paramount. Find helpful tips in our guide.

Dec 10, 2018
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7 Times Christmas Health and Safety Was Taken Too Far

Safety Management

Although important, Christmas health & safety can be taken too far. We’ve collected both the funny and the sensible to make sure you enjoy the festivities.

Dec 7, 2018
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What are the Differences Between Contractors and Employees?

Human Resources Leadership and Management Recruitment

If your business requires someone to work for you in a way that doesn’t follow standard terms of employment or typical shifts, it can be confusing to know how to…

Dec 5, 2018
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How to Support Hidden Disabilities in the Workplace

Equality and Diversity Human Resources

If a disability is invisible, people may be reluctant to request support in the workplace. Find out how your business can be more accomodating here.

Dec 3, 2018
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Fire Risk Assessment Quiz

Fire Safety Risk Assessment

Do you know how to carry out necessary fire safety measures in your premises. Test your knowledge with our quick fire risk assessment quiz.

Nov 30, 2018
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What is A COSHH Assessment and Does My Workplace Need One?

COSHH Safety Management

As an employer, you have a legal duty to reduce any potential risks to your employees’ health. Part of this duty, involves carrying out a COSHH assessment if hazardous substances…

Nov 28, 2018
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How to Help a Child with Dyspraxia in the Classroom

Education Teachers and Parents

Children who exhibit signs of dyspraxia may need more guidance in the classroom. Read our guide to find out what they are & how to help.

Nov 21, 2018
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How to Deal with Challenging Behaviour in the Classroom

Education Teachers and Parents

Our guide contains information about challenging behaviour in the classroom, including possible causes and strategies teachers can use to manage it.

Nov 14, 2018
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What is Safer Recruitment?

Education Safeguarding Adults Safeguarding Children

Our guide includes the definition of safer recruitment, why it’s necessary and a template for completing your own safer recruitment policy.

Nov 12, 2018
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How to Carry Out a Fire Drill in Your School

Fire Safety Teachers and Parents

Fire drills are essential practice, especially in buildings full of people with varying needs such as schools. Take a look at the steps advised here.

Nov 5, 2018
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Warehouse Safety Quiz

Safety Management Site Safety

How much do you know about warehouse safety practices? Test your knowledge in our quick quiz! Further information and resources provided.

Nov 2, 2018
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The Importance of Teaching Social Media Safety in Schools

Education Teachers and Parents

The last ten years have witnessed an explosion in the popularity of social media. Currently, there are around 2.62 billion social media users worldwide, with this number rising each year. This figure…

Oct 31, 2018
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Safeguarding Adults at Risk: What is it and Who is it For?

Advanced Safeguarding Safeguarding Adults

Everyone who works with adults at risk must understand their safeguarding responsibilities as part of their duty of care. Learn about your responsibilities here.

Oct 29, 2018
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Person-Centred Care Quiz

Advanced Safeguarding Safeguarding Adults

Take our person-centred care quiz to find out how much you really know about safeguarding patients and protecting their quality of life.

Oct 26, 2018
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Fire Safety for Care Homes Quiz

Fire Safety Safeguarding Adults

Fires can be especially dangerous in care homes due to the nature & health of residents. Ensure your fire safety knowledge is spot on with our quiz.

Oct 24, 2018
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What is a Spill Kit? Contents Checklist

Safety Management Site Safety

If spills are improperly managed they can have dangerous consequences. Our guide lists the essential contents for a spill kit so you can be prepared.

Oct 22, 2018
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