In recent years, health and safety has moved higher up the agenda for businesses across the UK. It is no longer just a requirement to protect staff, contractors, and the public, it now comes with serious financial consequences of failing to comply.   The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) continues to issue record-breaking fines, and the new sentencing guidelines introduced in June 2025 have raised the stakes even further, particularly for large organisations.   The Sentencing

Health and safety in the workplace has never been more important. With regulatory fines rising, public expectations shifting, and investors increasingly scrutinising Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) performance, businesses are under growing pressure to demonstrate a genuine commitment to protecting people. At the heart of this commitment is leadership. Safety culture is shaped not by policies but by the decisions and behaviours of those at the top. This is where the

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) reporting has become a powerful lens through which businesses are judged. Not only by investors, but by clients, regulators, and the wider public. Within this framework, health and safety performance is no longer a background metric which can be ticked off. It’s now a central indicator of operational integrity, ethical leadership, and long-term sustainability. The Shift: From Compliance to Culture Historically, health and safety repo

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has issued an urgent safety notice concerning motorised height-adjustable display screen mounts used in schools and other educational establishments. These systems, which are often seen in classrooms as interactive whiteboards or AV displays, pose a  crushing and collapse hazard , particularly to vulnerable users such as pupils and unsupervised staff. What’s the Danger? These wall-mounted systems can weigh up to 150 kg, and unintentional

An oil and gas operator has been fined £1.4 million after an incident on a North Sea platform endangered the safety of workers, marking another high-profile enforcement action by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). The case underscores the heightened focus on safety management within hazardous industries and the serious consequences of lapses.

Effective 1 June 2025 , the Sentencing Council in England and Wales revised its Health & Safety Definitive Guideline to clarify how courts should fine  Very Large Organisations (VLOs) , those with turnover well above £50 million. The guideline now states that where an organisation’s size far exceeds the "large" threshold,  courts should consider fines outside the standard range , ensuring fines are: Proportionate to harm and culpability Reflective of company means Effective i

In today’s regulatory climate, simply being compliant with health and safety legislation is no longer enough. With updated sentencing guidelines, an increasingly proactive Health and Safety Executive (HSE), and heightened public expectations, UK businesses are under more scrutiny than ever before. Remaining compliant is the legal minimum. Staying ahead of the curve is what protects your people, your reputation and your bottom line. The Sentencing Council’s 2025 Update: What Y

Taylor Wimpey was recently fined £800,000 following a serious incident in which a teenage apprentice suffered injuries on a construction site.

Risk assessments are a legal requirement for employers under the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999, but beyond compliance, they are the cornerstone of accident prevention. Done well, they don’t just highlight obvious dangers, they uncover hidden risks, encourage safer working practices, and create a culture where health and safety are actively managed and not just ticked off.

At Ranmoor Health and Safety, we believe the smallest details often make the biggest difference. That’s why we’ve created this quick-reference guide to highlight the five hazards we see most often overlooked.

Creating a Culture of Safety: What Leaders Need to Know   At Ranmoor Health and Safety, we believe that building a strong safety culture isn’t just about compliance, it’s about commitment. When safety becomes part of your company’s DNA, it shows in every decision, every action, and every outcome. Like all cultural shifts, it starts at the top.  What is a Safety Culture?  A safety culture is the collection of beliefs, practices, and attitudes that exist within an organisation

Lockout/Tagout (often abbreviated to LOTO) is a system used to isolate machinery during maintenance, servicing, or repair. It involves turning off the equipment, locking it so it can’t be switched back on, and tagging it with information about who’s working on it and why.

Mental health has rapidly emerged as a critical focus in workplace safety. While physical injuries still dominate workplace safety statistics, an increasing number of employees are reporting issues related to stress, anxiety, and depression, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The pandemic transformed the way we work, and as we move towards a more flexible, hybrid workforce, it’s time to rethink the importance of workplace ergonomics. A huge number of workers in the UK have now shifted to remote work, and many are adopting hybrid working patterns.

having a health and safety policy isn’t enough. It’s not a tick-box exercise. Policies must be actively implemented, clearly communicated, and regularly reinforced through training and monitoring.

In a fire emergency, seconds count. The right response at the right moment can save lives, prevent panic, and protect property. That’s where trained fire marshals, also known as fire wardens, come in. At Ranmoor Health and Safety, we deliver Fire Marshal Training that goes beyond box-ticking. Our sessions are practical, relevant, and built to give your team the confidence and competence to act decisively when it matters most. But what does Fire Marshal Training actually invol

Risk Assessments are often seen as a tick-box exercise for many companies. However they can be the difference between life and death.  ...

April marks Stress Awareness Month, a reminder that stress is more than just a word we throw around meaninglessly. Stress is one of the lead

The Grenfell Tower fire was a devastating tragedy that exposed critical failures in fire safety and building regulations. The ongoing inquiry has not only highlighted systemic issues within the construction industry but has led to sweeping changes in health and safety legislation. For those operating in the sector, the implications are significant. Compliance is no longer optional. It is a fundamental requirement that could make or break a business.   A Changing Regulatory La

Fire safety is crucial in care homes, where vulnerable residents rely on vigorous safety measures to protect them in an emergency. In recent