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Following an intensive couple of weeks of bumpin and build, we are ready – and have now moved into operation and event mode. Here are just some of the tasks keeping us busy today: • Pre-open checks • Monitoring the weather (particularly wind speeds) on external areas • Providing planned and reactive safety support toRead more

“The dangers of lightning are widely understood, however the level of threat at outdoor events where crowds gather is often overlooked. This guidance provides practical advice on managing lightning risk, crowd safety and the protection of temporary structures, electrical equipment and power systems.” The team at RDHS Ltd have been a key participant in the developmentRead more

Mesothelioma is a deadly cancer caused by breathing in asbestos dust. Asbestos is banned in the UK but you can still find it in homes, schools and offices. In 2017, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) have reported 2,523 mesothelioma deaths due to past asbestos exposures. Asbestos can be found in any building built before the yearRead more

An enlightening and engaging few days were spent at Villa Park, home of Aston Villa Football Club, attending the Major Events International Summit. This year we sponsored pre-dinner drinks, much to the surprise of Joe, when at the introduction to his speech it was announced “drinks were on him”! Once realisation kicked in, the eveningRead more

As temperatures begin to rise so does the focus concerning the importance of employee welfare when working outdoors. SHP Online recently published an article stating that attitudes to UV protection by employees working outdoors, such as construction workers, remain difficult to change. In fact “44% of occupational melanoma deaths can be attributed to those inRead more

The 1st of June marked the start of #VolunteersWeek giving the nation a chance to celebrate and say thank you for the fantastic contribution millions of volunteers make across the UK. For many of the events the #RDHS team are involved with, Volunteers play a vital role whether it be enhancing a spectator’s experience byRead more

We are currently in the process of bringing together our work with the team at Vitality Netball World Cup 2019 for the creation of their Online Health and Safety Induction. This follows on from the recently launched Online Health and Safety Induction for the Peligoni Club, who are commencing a busy season over in Zante.Read more

It’s the start of Mental Health Awareness Week and just one of the many articles and resources launched this week is this from the British Safety Council. They have launched a series of health and wellbeing videos and resources to provide support and information for employers and workers and a really good piece on SHPRead more

As Spring is in the air and many of us are starting to think about eating and drinking healthier, we’ve pulled together some of the best tips and advice that we’ve picked up over the many years our team have spent on the road visiting clients, working on events or attending conferences! Keep an eyeRead more

We were really privileged to again attend the second annual Robbie Lea Water Safety Partnership Engagement Event at Lee Valley White Water Centre. Nearly 100 students participated in a series of water safety-based scenarios and educational demonstrations from organisations including Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue, Royal National Lifeboat Institution, Hertfordshire Police, Hertfordshire Boat Rescue, Lee ValleyRead more