NASC expresses significant concern over scaffold collapses during recent high winds
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NASC remains significantly concerned to see recent incidents involving the collapse of scaffolds and access equipment. While Storm Henk caused disruption in the UK, winter storms such as this are always anticipated and should not ordinarily result in the failures witnessed.
Thankfully, no individuals were injured, however, NASC is disappointed that such incidents undermine the good and steadily improving safety record of the scaffolding and access industry. Whilst NASC can’t comment on these specific incidents, which will be investigated by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), it urges all clients and contractors to review their procurement and working at height practices.
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Veriforce CHAS urges businesses to support good mental health in 2024
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Veriforce CHAS, the supply chain risk management expert, is encouraging employers to make a habit of addressing mental health in 2024 as new figures indicate that stress, depression or anxiety now account for almost half (49%) of all cases of work-related ill health.
According to the latest data from the HSE, during the 2022/23 period, approximately 875,000 workers experienced work-related stress, depression, or anxiety, resulting in 2,590 cases per 100,000 workers and an estimated loss of 17.1 million working days.
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New Year, new home for the ASFP
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The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) is pleased to announce it has moved to its new head office in Coventry. The new building provides the ASFP with greater capacity, enabling it to offer even more support and services to its members.
The new premises, which will be opened in two phases, provide office space, as well as housing the new ASFP training academy. It offers a practical training facility, catering facilities, meeting and break-out/rest areas, and provides a permanent home for the famous ASFPTV.
McAvoy celebrates award-studded year
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Leading offsite manufacturer, McAvoy, has garnered significant industry recognition, receiving multiple prestigious awards in quick succession.
Established over 50 years ago, the company has delivered over 10 million square feet of high-quality space across the UK & Ireland to a range of sectors including healthcare, education and commercial.
Supply chain risk management issues to look out for in 2024
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The pressure exerted on supply chains in recent years showed no signs of letting up in 2023. Alex Minett, Head of Global New Markets at Veriforce CHAS (pictured), looks at seven issues likely to feature highly in the next 12 months and suggests how businesses can respond.
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