Walker Health and Safety

Chemical safety is one of the most important responsibilities in any workplace. Under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH), employers must assess, control, and communicate the risks associated with hazardous substances. Good chemical management prevents illness, injuries, fires, and environmental harm — and it starts with clear, consistent hazard ...

October marks Menopause Awareness Month, a time to spotlight the experiences of millions of women across the UK and to push for better support, understanding, and workplace inclusion. Despite rising awareness, the data shows that menopause remains one of the most under‑recognised health and equality issues affecting the UK workforce. Below is a clear, evidence‑based […]

Every year, thousands of workers suffer serious injuries from unguarded machinery — many of them preventable. Machine guarding isn’t just a compliance checkbox; it’s the frontline defence against amputations, crush injuries, and entanglement hazards. Let’s look at the types of guards, why they matter, and how workplace culture can make or break their effectiveness. Guard […]<...

September always feels like a reset point. The summer rush is over, teams are back from holidays, and workplaces start gearing up for the final quarter of the year. It’s the perfect moment to pause and make sure your compliance, servicing, and maintenance responsibilities are fully up to date — before the year runs away […]

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