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Employee wellbeing is an essential part of creating a safer, healthier and more resilient workplace. Find out how HR teams can support mental health, reduce sickness absence and help employees remain healthy, safe and in work.

Fire safety is a responsibility every UK business should take extremely seriously. Whether you run a small office, manage a warehouse or operate a large commercial premises, there are legal duties around identifying fire risks, protecting your people and ensuring suitable procedures are in place.

But what does this actually mean for a typical business owner?

Asbestos awareness training remains essential for UK workplaces, with thousands of buildings still containing asbestos-containing materials. When people hear the word “asbestos”, many assume it is a problem that disappeared decades ago because asbestos was banned in the UK in 1999.

Unfortunately, that is not the case. Read on to find out why, and how Safetymen can help.

It's one of the most common questions we're asked at Safetymen: "What health and safety training am I legally required to provide?" It's an important question, but in recent years we feel this may not be the right one. Read on to learn why.

Health and safety training is often seen as a legal requirement, but the benefits go far beyond compliance. Investing in the right training helps protect your employees, strengthens your reputation, improves productivity and creates a safer working environment for everyone.

Working at height remains one of the biggest causes of workplace injuries in the UK, making proper training essential for both safety and compliance. Two of the most recognised qualifications are IPAF and PASMA, but many employers and workers are unsure which one they need. Safetymen delivers both IPAF and PASMA training to help businesses work safely and meet their legal obligations.

Exposure to noise and vibration is widely recognised for its physical health effects, but increasing research highlights its link to psychological issues. These can include anxiety, depression, irritability, chronic stress, sleep disturbance, reduced concentration, and mental fatigue, all of which can negatively impact both wellbeing and workplace performance.

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has published its latest Sickness Absence in the UK (https://www.ons.gov.uk/employmentandlabourmarket/peopleinwork/labourproductivity/articles/sicknessabsenceinthelabourmarket/2025#reasons-given-for-sickness-absence) Labour Market report (released 1 May 2026), offering a crucial snapshot of workforce health across the UK. For employers, health and safety professionals, and HR leaders, these figures provide more than just data—they highlight ongoing risks, emerging trends, and practical areas for intervention.

In this article, we break down the key findings and explore what they mean for your organisation.

Three men have been sentenced after helping over 70 candidates cheat health & safety exams using covert Bluetooth devices. The £60k scam put workers at serious risk. Fraudulently obtained CSCS cards may now be revoked.