Originally designed as an enforcement tool, OCRS is now described as ‘VOSA’s voice in the boardroom’ and is increasingly used by operators to monitor your own performance, often at board level. Read about improvements:
Do you handle dangerous substances or are you planning to expand your operations increasing the use of dangerous substances? The Control of Major Accident Hazards regulations (COMAH) may apply to your site. Learn about whether COMAH applies to your site…
Having a first aid kit in the car can be a lifesaver. Not only can it prove crucial in the event of a road crash, but also in less serious mishaps such as cuts, scrapes and burns. That’s why we’ve…
SOURCE: HSE The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has overhauled its guidance for working at height, setting out in clear, simple terms what to do and what not to do – and debunking common myths that can confuse and mislead…
Source: HSE The Winter 2013 Health & Safety Newsletter is now available: http://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/books/newsletter.htm?ebul=hsenewsletter&cr=3/jan14
Source: VOSA There’s now less than 8 months left before the 10 September 2014 deadline for lorry drivers with acquired rights to complete their first round of 5 days periodic training…
The Health and Safety Executive have issued new guidelines which provide information about protecting the health and safety of care staff while ensuring that the safety, needs, freedom and dignity of vulnerable individuals are taken into account. Read more at…
In October 2013, the senior traffic commissioner published revised statutory guidance for the commercial vehicle. New standards are set out for those working in bus, coach and haulage sectors. Read more at Or find the new guidance document at…
A best practice guide for the Light Goods Vehicle Sector has been published by VOSA. It contains advice regarding legal responsibilities, the objective is to help raise maintenance standards and create a safer road network, as well as keeping…
Source: Moving On The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) will replace the DSA and VOSA A new agency with responsibility for maintaining vehicle standards has been launched today (28 November 2013) as the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA),…