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First Aid during the COVID-19 Pandemic
First aid in non-healthcare settings This guidance will help employers ensure first aiders are confident that they can help someone…
Read MoreMental Health in Agriculture
UK farmers are renowned for the attention they give to their livestock, crops and machinery, it appears they do not…
Read MoreFirst Aid – Free advice app for your mobile phone
There are many First Aid sources out there. These have been developed to be very user friendly and are available…
Read MoreAction on Empty Homes
National Empty Homes Week 15 – 21 February 2021: Action on Empty Homes calls for Government action on escalating numbers…
Read MoreWhy are people counting stars this week?
Why are people counting stars this week? Experts want to get an accurate picture of light pollution levels, by asking…
Read MoreMaking your workplace COVID-secure during the coronavirus pandemic
This guidance sourced directly from the HSE is for employers, but workers and the self-employed may also find it useful….
Read MoreNational Lockdown
Summary: what you can and cannot do during the national lockdown You must stay at home. The single most important…
Read MoreHands. Face. Space. What about ventilation?
Every action counts when it comes to protecting ourselves and others from COVID19. Simply opening windows to allow fresh air…
Read MoreExperts Group and the Master Trainers Group
Really positive couple of days working as part of the to develop the European Ropes Course Association training and assessment programmes….
Read MoreFull list of local restriction tiers by area
Not sure of which tier you are in? Which tier is the place that you are visiting is now catergorised?…
Read MoreData Protection (Charges and Information) Businesses Registration and Self-Assessment
Under the Data Protection (Charges and Information) Regulations 2018, individuals and organisations that process personal data may need to pay…
Read MoreWomen in Adventure Film Competition
The BMC TV Women in Adventure Film Competition is back and accepting submissions for 2021. So dive in, if you…
Read MoreDVSA Message – vehicle bridge strikes
Network Rail is asking operators to tackle bridge strikes Network Rail is asking lorry, bus and…
Read MoreThe UK transition – Time is running out
There are new rules for businesses and citizens from 1 January 2021. (Source GOV.UK) The UK is leaving the EU…
Read MoreCongratulations Moorland Leaders
Just back from assessing on a not so sunny Dartmoor. Well done to the staff from Queens College who…
Read MorePersonal Protective Equipment (PPE) illustrated guide for community and social care settings
Details Guidance has been produced by Public Health England on personal protective equipment (PPE) is for health and social care…
Read MoreHalloween – Romance, Hauntings and Bonfires!
Every year Halloween provokes controversy and divides opinions: most people see it as just as a bit of harmless fun,…
Read MoreCOVID19 – Local Lockdown Information
How to check the COVID19 restrictions applicable in your area Coronavirus rules vary depending on whether you live in…
Read MoreHow have you been feeling lately?
Mood self-assessment If you’re 16 or over, the NHS is providing a mood self-assessment which can help you better…
Read MoreWorld Mental Health Day 2020
World Mental Health Day 2020 is the most important one yet. This year has been a tough one for…
Read MoreTeenagers – kinder than you may think…..
A brief look at why teenagers may be kinder than you think – and how to inspire them to be…
Read MoreFirst aid during the COVID-19 pandemic
*This information is directly from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) This page covers first aid requirements in non-healthcare…
Read MoreNational Get Outside Day is back!
The outdoors is for everyone, and now more than ever, it’s so important for us to keep fit and active…
Read MoreGuidance for all – Suicide Prevention
Prevention is something that we can all individually help with. A short conversation with another person can sometimes be enough to make the…
Read MoreFire Safety Training – for you and your employees
Fire safety training is available for you and your employees delivered by fire industry experts. Our trainers have genuine hands-on…
Read MoreGuidance for full opening: Schools
England Key changes to the guidance for England include: The following information has been updated: managing confirmed cases of coronavirus…
Read MoreConcerns about lockdown easing?
Lockdown has been difficult for many people. When we were in full lockdown across the UK things might have felt…
Read MorePublic Health England (PHE) to be replaced with the National Institute for Health Protection (NIHP)
The Health Secretary Matthew Hancock has announced that Public Health England (PHE) is to be replaced with a new pandemic…
Read MorePassport – The identification of competence confirmed for those on the Highways England network
A single, transferable record for everyone (known as ‘Passport’). This confirms an individual’srecorded authority to work in real-time, enforcing…
Read MoreFace coverings, Test and Trace campaign launch and update on coronavirus restrictions
Requirement for face coverings extended to other indoor settings The requirement to wear a face covering has been extended to…
Read MoreProduct lifespan – Wild Country
Wild Country is one of the leading producers for climbing equipment. The official product lifetime statement is to be amended….
Read MoreMedical and fabric masks: Who wears what and when?
The World Health Organisation has produced this simple to follow animation that explains who should wear medical and fabric masks…
Read MoreCorona Virus – Can climbing wall chalk deactivate the virus on climbing holds?
The Association of British Climbing Walls (ABC) have released this information from their recent work. July 24, 2020…
Read More“It’s okay I have a mask, I’m sorted” But are you really?
From 24th July there will be almost no excuse for not wearing a face mask whilst out shopping in England….
Read MoreDisposing of PPE in the Recycling – Evidence and Reaction from CPI
The Confederation of Paper Industries (CPI) applauds the public effort to maintain and indeed increase the level of domestic recycling…
Read MoreNHS Video Consultations
Video links have been around for some time, in recent times however they have become a real lifeline for individuals…
Read MoreEducational Visits – The latest from the Department for Education
Educational visits The Department for Education issued the following in a statement regarding educational visits. (Issued 2nd July 2020)…
Read MoreFeeling the pressure? Try this…..
These times are certainly different. COVID19 and the measures that have been put in place to manage the situation can…
Read MoreGuidance for the correct fitting of respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has compiled guidance regarding the fit testing for the employer and for those conducting…
Read MoreOut of Hospital Cardiac Arrest Guidance during COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Pandemic
Dr Andy Lockey, Vice-President of Resuscitation Council UK, issues guidance for what you should do if someone has an out…
Read MoreBristol Airport – Latest guidance for passengers
This guidance takes you step by step through what you can expect. In a pro-active manner Bristol Airport have produced…
Read MoreKeeping workers and clients safe during COVID – 19 in close contact services
This document has been prepared by the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) with input from firms, unions,…
Read MoreAir conditioning and ventilation during the coronavirus outbreak
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has produced new guidance relating specifically to air conditioning and ventilation operation during the…
Read MoreIndustry Specific Guidance – Produced
We are pleased to have been part of the network of like-minded people and organisations who collectively met, discussed, researched,…
Read MoreBenefits of Exercise – NHS Article
The NHS has put together some great information on the benefits of exercise. Exercise does not have to be expensive,…
Read MoreLegal Obligations – Examining & Testing of Equipment (during the Coronavirus outbreak)
Specific information relating to the thorough examination and testing of equipment during the coronavirus outbreak and your legal obligations has…
Read MoreEuropean Ropes Course Association (ERCA) – Modular Training
As part of our continuing professional development, we actively engage with industry. We offer a diverse range of training and…
Read MoreFume and Dust Extraction – Introduction
This article is a quick introduction to a very in-depth subject. Our team has dedicated members who are professional and…
Read MoreGuidance for ‘Secondary School’ provision from 15th June 2020
Support with the management of health, safety and well-being for staff and puplis is available. Please use the ‘send an…
Read MoreInspection Notice – ISC Triple-Action Snaphooks
If you own or climb using an ISC SH903/SH905 Triple-action Snaphook, please click below to read this Inspection Notice. As…
Read More5 steps to working safely
Practical actions for businesses to take based on 5 main steps (source GOV.UK) Make sure you read all the guides…
Read MoreSafety Alert – Face masks designated KN95
It has been brought to the attention of the HSE that a substantial number of face masks, claiming to be…
Read MoreHome Working – Guidance
Working from home has become the new way of working for many people as a direct result of the COVID19…
Read MoreSomerset – Coronavirus (COVID19) Advice
Free PPE, Support Bubbles, Zoos and Attractions, Virtual Village Hall programme and many more topics covered. For the latest information…
Read More30 Days – 30 simple, fun and exciting Random Acts of Wildness.
This June, join thousands of people taking part in our annual nature challenge, 30 Days Wild! To do one wild…
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