White Papers

28th May 2026

I first got involved with asbestos as an analyst in the late 1980’s. At that time, an analyst was usually employed by the asbestos removal company. This was a challenge as there was no independence - no reporting directly to the customer, rather via the asbestos removal company - and this led to potential poor strips being overlooked by the analyst and clearance certificates issued.

15th May 2026

The most up-to-date best estimate of the number of workers with Noise Induced Hearing Loss in the UK is 15,000 (based on Labour Force Survey data from 2022 to 2025). However, there are limited sources of data collection on this issue, so the real number could be significantly more. 

27th March 2026

Indoor air quality plays a critical role in the health, well-being, and academic performance of students and staff in schools.

19th March 2026

The 24/7 availability of IT systems is a critical requirement for almost all 21st century organisations. And fundamental to these systems are the data centres, computer rooms, server rooms, network closets, and communication hubs that support and deliver these services.

30th January 2026

Neurodiversity refers to the natural variation in human brain function and cognitive processing. It encompasses a wide spectrum of neurological differences, including but not limited to conditions such as autism, dyslexia, ADHD and dyspraxia.

24th December 2025

28th November 2025

With our workplaces continuing to adapt to hybrid working and the changes in workstyle and workspace, what effect is this having on our health and safety provision?

24th October 2025

In an ebulletin of the 7th October 2025, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) raised a “call for evidence on lifting equipment and pressure systems regulations”.