Health and safety matters for all seasonal and temporary workers
With many seasonal jobs available at this time of year, employers must prioritise the health and safety of gig economy, agency and temporary workers
Workers are as likely to experience an accident in the first 6 months at a workplace as they are over the rest of their working life. HSE’s website has guidance on 6 ways to protect those who are new to the job.
If you are an agency or temporary worker, the law safeguards your health and safety and employment businesses (agencies) must ensure they follow these requirements for every agency or temporary worker.
Working safely with fireworks
Whether you are involved in storing, selling or organising firework displays, we have the guidance you need for a safe event
If you are planning a firework display, there is guidance available to help you use fireworks safely.
Darker evenings and colder weather can increase the risk of slips, trips and falls in the workplace
Environmental factors like poor lighting, rain, frost and condensation can makes slips and trips accidents more frequent. Protect your workers by considering the risks and putting measures in place to reduce them:
too little light will prevent people from seeing hazards on the floor and stairs
if rainwater gets onto a smooth surface inside or outside of a building, it may create a slip hazard. Well-designed entrances with features like canopies can reduce this risk
cold weather can cause frost and ice to form, which may create slippery surfaces
condensation can settle on smooth floors, making them slick and unsafe
