Health & Safety

The TUC is championing the Health and Safety at Work Act (HSWA) as life-saving legislation as trade unions mark the 50th anniversary of its Royal Assent today (Wednesday). 

Scabies used to be a regular problem throughout the prison estate; it’s not so common nowadays, but we are still seeing the odd case. Jackie Marshall NEC reports on how to deal with an outbreak

The research was suspended for a while as the Scottish Prison Service wanted more information before they would agree to our colleagues in Scotland taking part in the study, this has now been agreed and the link for the survey has been reopened.

The Hazards Campaign has announced a manifesto for a health and safety system fit for all workers

These are free, online, half-day tutorials aimed at encouraging women members to consider the role of safety rep.

We have been contacted by Laura Wright, Trainee Forensic Psychologist who is conducting a study to explore experiences of prison officer grades who have been exposed to critical incidents at work, and to understand any risk or protective factors involved in the development of symptoms associated with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

At Annual Conference 2024 in Eastbourne the following Motion was carried.

This webinar will equip health and safety reps with the skills to protect their colleagues from climate change-related hazards.

The TUC is running some introductory courses for Black union members which are free, online, open to any Black member of a TUC affiliated union.

The TUC are running a free online course for young union members in June entitled ‘An introduction to the role of union health and safety rep’, tutored by the excellent Dave Smith.