Social media use could be an addiction, according to a study by a university in Michigan, yet 33% of UK companies have no social media policy in place. Without that fundamental piece of documentation, employers could be leaving themselves open to issues, if they discipline ‘addicted’ employees. And, without legal expenses cover, things could get expensive. It is said that we, […]
Author: Tom Wood | Date: 02/04/2019
Author: Tom Wood | Date: 27/03/2019
Smaller construction businesses continue to face potential cash-flow issues, if they do not have trade credit insurance in place. Statistics show that Britain’s two largest construction contractors, Balfour Beatty and Kier, still both take over 50 days to pay their subcontractors’ invoices. Since July 2018, it has been a legal obligation for UK contractors to reveal their payment data and […]
Author: Tom Wood | Date: 19/03/2019
Occasionally a dramatic news headline may grab our attention: “Coffee boiler explodes” or “Brake failure sends lift plummeting”, for example. Such incidents, although thankfully rare, temporarily remind us that, when equipment fails, the consequences can be severe. Each day we come into contact with a wide range of equipment which requires regular inspection and maintenance to ensure its ongoing safety […]
Author: Tom Wood | Date: 17/03/2019
Bouncy castles: safety advice
Categories: General
These simple precautions can help you avoid serious accidents, whether you supply bouncy castles and inflatables, or you are hiring one for your event. Buying or hiring If you’re buying or hiring an inflatable for private or public use you should make sure it has either a numbered PIPA tag or an ADiPs declaration of compliance (DoC). It should also […]