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Chemical Explosion at US Paper Mill Highlights Major Process Safety Risks

Chemical Explosion at US Paper Mill Highlights Major Process Safety Risks A devastating chemical explosion at a paper mill in Washington State, USA, has highlighted the serious dangers associated with hazardous chemical storage and industrial process safety. The incident occurred at the Nippon Dynawave Packaging facility in Longview, where a tank containing “white liquor” ruptured, causing a major explosion that killed at least one person, left nine missing, and injured several workers and emergency responders. White liquor is a highly…
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Ebola vs Hantavirus: Key Differences, Risks, and What Businesses Need to Know

2 diseases have hit the headlines recently – let’s compare the two… Ebola Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) is a severe and often fatal illness caused by the Ebola virus, primarily affecting parts of sub‑Saharan Africa. Right now, in May 2026, a significant Ebola outbreak is ongoing in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), with cases also reported in neighbouring Uganda. The World Health Organization has declared this outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern due to rising cases and…
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Grenfell Tower prosecutions: Corporate and Gross Negligence Manslaughter explained

As a health and safety consultancy, the Grenfell Tower fire is never far from our thoughts. It was a truly devastating disaster and is relevant to us on a daily basis. On the 19th May, nearly nine years after the fire which claimed 72 lives in June 2017, we saw the clearest indication of forthcoming prosecutions for Corporate Manslaughter and Gross Negligence Manslaughter. Those of you who have attended our IOSH Leading Safely course will be familiar with these offences.…
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Looking After Your Team: Managing Stress at Work

Workplace stress is no longer a hidden issue it is one of the most pressing health and safety challenges facing UK organisations today. Recent figures show that 1.9 million workers are experiencing work-related ill health, with 964,000 cases linked specifically to stress, depression or anxiety. Mental ill health is now the leading cause of absence in the UK, making it a critical priority for every employer. From a health and safety perspective, managing stress is not optional, it is a…
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CITB Employer Networks changes 2026

From 1 April 2026, the CITB Employer Networks funding model will change, introducing a revised approach for smaller businesses and a new fund specifically for larger construction companies. The changes aim to help ensure training funding is distributed fairly across the industry while continuing to support construction businesses in developing skills and addressing workforce shortages. Below is a breakdown of what is changing and how it may affect your business.   Why the Changes Are Being Introduced The construction industry…
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What the 2024/25 HSE Statistics Tell Us About the State of UK Workplace Health

Key figures from the Health and safety at work Summary statistics for Great Britain 2025An estimated 1.9 million workers suffered from work-related ill health (new or long-standing). Of those, 964,000 reported stress, depression or anxiety caused or made worse by work. 511,000 workers suffered a work-related musculoskeletal disorder (MSD). There were 124 work-related fatalities. An estimated 680,000 workers sustained a non-fatal injury According to employer reports under RIDDOR, there were 59,219 injuries. Work-related ill health and injuries led to an…
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