Jackie Marshall NEC talks about the importance of cervical screening
SMEAR TESTS SAVE LIVES
Jackie Marshall NEC talks about the importance of cervical screening
Trade unions mark 50 years of life-saving legislation
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).
H&S: HOW TO TREAT SCABIES
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
CIRC 039: EXPLORING CRITICAL INCIDENTS AND THE PREVALENCE OF POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS AMONG UK PRISON OFFICER GRADES
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.
UK Hazards Campaign announces a manifesto for a health and safety system fit for ALL workers
The Hazards Campaign has announced a manifesto for a health and safety system fit for all workers
Courses for women union members: An Introduction to the role of Union Health and Safety Representative.
These are free, online, half-day tutorials aimed at encouraging women members to consider the role of safety rep.
CIRC 030: EXPLORING CRITICAL INCIDENTS AND THE PREVALENCE OF POST TRAUMATIC STRESS AMONG UK PRISON OFFICER GRADES
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).
CIRC 025: HOURS WORKED
At Annual Conference 2024 in Eastbourne the following Motion was carried.
Webinar: health and safety in a changing climate - 3rd July 2pm - 3pm
This webinar will equip health and safety reps with the skills to protect their colleagues from climate change-related hazards.
Free Online course for Black union members: An introduction to the role - Union Health & Safety Rep
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.
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