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Pleural Plaques battle continues by sboyle, last updated: 2008-07-19 10:02
last Wednesday (July 9) the Government released a consultation document on the various options, including changing the law, setting up a scheme or doing nothing.
disability discrimination in higher education by spickvance, last updated: 2008-07-07 14:52
University of Sussex guidance on implications of the Disability Discrimination Act and amendments for students and staff in higher education
shiftwork health problems by spickvance, last updated: 2008-07-07 14:51
Excellent Canadian Centre information on health problems associated with the design of shift work, including digestive and cardiovascular problems
age at work policy by spickvance, last updated: 2008-07-07 14:51
Useful resources from local government employers to check compliance with new age discrimination legislation
hairdressing health and safety by spickvance, last updated: 2008-07-07 14:51
Excellent guide from Australian WorkCover on all aspects of health and safety in hairdressing; skin problems, overuse injuries, hygiene, etc
asphalt and asthma by spickvance, last updated: 2008-07-07 14:50
Round up of recent articles showing that asphalt fume exposure is associated with an increased risk of asthma, and there are respiratory sensitisers known to cause asthma, present in asphalt mixes.
health and safety of chauffeurs by spickvance, last updated: 2008-07-07 14:50
GMB union campaign around the working conditions of chauffeurs; drivers' working hours, etc
health and safety in the textile industry by spickvance, last updated: 2008-07-02 07:10
HSE index page on health and safety in manufacture and use of textiles: covers manual handling, accidents, breathing problems (asthma, etc).
manual handling in the textile industry by spickvance, last updated: 2008-07-02 06:58
HSE leaflet on manual handling in manufacture of textiles - weaving etc, to use of finished cloth
Scotland acts on asbestos payouts by sboyle, last updated: 2008-06-30 09:00
A bill to help those affected by past exposure to asbestos has been published by the Scottish government.
Personal injury claim rehabilitation code by spickvance, last updated: 2008-06-27 14:05
This code was agreed by the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers and the employers' liability insurers to give guidance on the rehabilitation help that should be offered to compensation claimants in personal injury cases
smoking at work by spickvance, last updated: 2008-06-27 11:18
UNISON guide to the 2007 law and good practice
variation of contract by spickvance, last updated: 2008-06-27 08:45
ACAS leaflet on employee rights in the case of variation of working hours, terms or conditions
The working conditions of clergy by spickvance, last updated: 2008-06-18 09:23
AMICUS commentary of job requirements of ministers of religion within the Anglican Church; deals with need for support, standard employment procedures, and safeguards.
HSE - Needlestick injuries by khindmarch, last updated: 2008-06-16 12:24
Lists the safety procedures to be followed by those at risk of needlestick injuries.
cancer and jobs database by spickvance, last updated: 2008-06-09 12:17
Occam is an excellent italian database which summarises the evidence linking particular jobs and sectors of employment with particular kinds of cancer. It links to abstracts of the articles listed.
The Importance of Ergonomic Input Devices in the Workplace by khindmarch, last updated: 2008-06-03 11:45
This paper examines the incidence of musculoskeletal problems and the cost benefits of ergonomic devices. It includes 10 steps to a healthier, more productive workplace.
Shaw Trust: Tackling the Last Workplace Taboo by khindmarch, last updated: 2008-05-27 10:36
A new website has been launched by the Shaw Trust to help equip line managers with the information necessary to support their employees who may be dealing with mental health conditions.
Road Transport Directive by spickvance, last updated: 2008-05-27 10:33
Guidance on the implementation of the road transport directive on drivers working hours
family emergency leave by spickvance, last updated: 2008-05-27 10:33
This is the government's advice on taking time off because of a family emergency
 
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