Winter brings familiar challenges for businesses each year. It can be tempting to treat cold weather as an inconvenience that employees simply have to put up with. However, working in freezing temperatures or navigating an …
In many industries workers come into contact with substances that enter the body through breathing, absorption or ingestion. Understanding chemical exposure is an important part of protecting the health of a workforce. This is why …
Every November, the moustache becomes a familiar sight as men across the country take part in Movember. But behind the facial hair is a serious message. Men’s health deserves more attention. For many men, looking …
What is metabolic health? Metabolic health explains how well the body manages the processes that keep it functioning. This includes converting food into energy, controlling blood sugar and regulating blood pressure and cholesterol. When these …
Why men’s mental health matters We all know how important mental health is, but for many men, talking about how they feel isn’t easy. In industries like construction, manufacturing or transport, where men make up …
What is heart disease? Heart disease is a broad term covering conditions that affect the heart’s structure, function or blood supply. The heart works continuously to pump blood around the body, supplying organs and muscles …
A cigarette might look like a simple product, made from tobacco and wrapped in paper with a filter at one end. But once it’s lit, it becomes a source of thousands of chemicals, many of …
From manufacturing machinery and construction tools to metal fabrication and production lines, workers can spend hours exposed to sounds that gradually damage their hearing. The effects are not always immediately obvious, but prolonged exposure to …
When an accident happens at work, the first few minutes are critical. Knowing how to respond in an emergency can save lives. First aid training gives employees the practical skills required for responding to these …
What are mental health therapies? Workplace mental health therapies are types of psychological support provided by trained occupational health psychotherapists. They help people understand their thoughts and find practical ways of managing difficulties affecting their …