TEAM TALKS 

Most organisations provide health and safety training. Employees complete inductions, courses are attended, certificates are issued, records are stored; but there is a much more important question to ask: Is the training actually working? In this month’s blog, we share what you should be considering and checking to ensure your workforce is competent and confident.

As we reach the halfway point of 2026, it’s an opportunity to pause and reflect on what has already been an incredibly busy and rewarding year for TEAM Safety Services. In this month’s blog, we share some of our highlights from 2026 so far.

The HSE has launched a major inspection programme targeting businesses working with engineered stone, alongside publishing new guidance. In this month’s blog, we break down the new guidance and share an overview on the latest HSE action against silica exposure.

As temperatures begin to rise across the UK, many organisations will focus on keeping buildings cool and comfortable. However, summer conditions can also create the perfect environment for Legionella bacteria to grow, particularly within water systems and air conditioning units.
Understanding this seasonal risk is essential for anyone responsible for managing buildings, facilities, or water systems.

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has launched a significant, public consultation on the future of workplace injury, illness and incident reporting in Great Britain. The proposals focus on reforming the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR) — a cornerstone of UK health and safety compliance. In this month’s blog, we explore the HSE’s goals and the future of RIDDOR.

When someone suffers a cardiac arrest, every second counts. Quick action from a bystander — including the use of CPR and a defibrillator — can double or even triple a person’s chances of survival. Yet, many people across the UK still feel unsure about how to respond in an emergency. In this month’s blog, we share information about how to use and where to find defibrillators in an emergency.

In our last month of 2025, our TEAM would like to take a moment to reflect on an incredible year of progress, partnerships, and new opportunities. This year has been one of innovation and collaboration — working alongside some of the UK’s most respected organisations to deliver cutting-edge solutions that make workplaces safer, stronger, and more compliant.

As the temperature drops and the darker months arrive, it’s crucial to take extra care both at work and at home. Winter presents unique challenges, so a few simple precautions can help keep everyone safe and healthy. In this month’s blog, we’ll share some essential safety advice for construction teams, outdoor workers, employers, and those working in lower-risk environments such as offices — along with tips for keeping yourself and others safe beyond the workplace.

This year’s South East Consortium Conference on Wednesday 15th October had a timely theme, “Who’s Leading the Way?”. In housing, being a leader isn’t just about building or managing properties; it’s about ensuring the people living in them are genuinely safe. Learn more about the conference and our insights from the day in this month’s Blog.

We are delighted to announce that TEAM Safety Services has been shortlisted as a finalist in the prestigious Institute of Fire Safety Managers (IFSM) Awards 2025, under the category Fire Safety Project of the Year. You can learn more about the Award and our fire safety project in this month’s Blog.