Health & Safety Matters Podcast

In this episode, Mark Sennett sits down with NEBOSH CEO Andy Shenstone to discuss details of the new NEBOSH strategy. Mark also covers the latest news in the OSH sector including stories on Employers failing to protect its drivers, No Falls Week and also the findings of RS' 2024 Health & Safety report Striving for Excellence.

In this episode, Mark Sennett sits down with Intelex's Trevor Bronson and discusses what’s changed in health and safety over the last five years, what should be the focus of OSH professionals leaders moving forwards and also the impact of technology on the world of health and safety. Mark also covers the latest industry news, which includes the BSIF identifying a number of non-compliant PPE products in recent tests it has conducted, new laws aimed at protecting retail workers, the worrying results of a recent poll showing that maintenance professionals are unsure on how to comply with the new Building Safety Act, and three new trustees are appointed at NEBOSH.

In episode 37, host Mark Sennett chats with Martor UK's Tom Turner about the importance of using suitable safety knives. He also explains how much of an impact safety knives have across UK business and the impacts of workers getting cut injuries using unsafe equipment. Mark also covers the latest industry news including the launch of No Falls Week, the first female CEO of RoSPA, and new research that reveals almost 1 in 3 employees (31%) have experienced at least one form of microaggression or discriminatory behaviour from their manager in the past six months.

In Episode 36, host Mark Sennett sits down with David Bishop, the event director of the Health and Safety Event, who explains why the event is now a must-attend for any OSH professional. Mark also covers all the latest industry news including Non-registered PPE providers failing BSIF tests, a new report shows poor mental health is having a damaging effect across the UK, news of BSIF Alan Murray announcing his retirement and much more.

In this episode, host Mark Sennett sits down with BSIF CEO Alan Murray to discuss the newly formed Occupational Safety & Health Stakeholder Alliance. Alan explains why it has been set up, who is involved and what are the Alliance's objectives. Mark then covers all the latest news including early findings from HSE’s Dust Kills campaign, frontline workers face monthly operational issues and the new IOSH President Elect outlines her aims for her new role.

In this episode, host Mark Sennett chat with 3M's George Elliott about how has the pandemic affected the respiratory industry in the UK and the importance of only using safe and compliant RPE. Mark also covers the latest news in the sector, which includes the Indefinite extension for the use of CE marking, £14million fine following the fatal Croydon tram crash and the shock findings of a BOHS report into women's health in the workplace.

In this episode, Mark Sennett chats with Intelex Vice President, Global Practice Leader - Safety and Health Scott Gaddis about ways to measure safety engagement, ways to improve safety culture and much more. Mark also takes a look at the latest industry news the latest UK workplace fatalities statistics, which have been published by the Health and Safety Executive. Also, Mark talks about NEBOSH appointing a new chair, the formation of the Occupational Safety and Health Stakeholder Alliance. He also covers HSE inspectors beginning a targeted inspection initiative focusing on manufacturing businesses where materials that contain silica are used.

In this episode, Mark Sennett chats with RS Safety Solutions Senior Director Ryan Plummer about all things PPE and the importance of selecting quality PPE products. Mark also takes a look at the latest industry news including The British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF) warning those in charge of PPE and safety product procurement to be vigilant about substandard products, as its latest non-member product tests highlight the availability of high levels of non-compliant products. Also, Mark talks about an important survey on the state of the PPE market, while also comments on IOSH warning the Government about its amended plans to scrap EU laws.

In this episode, Mark Sennett chats with Dräger Safety UK Head of Safety Marketing David Head about the need for safety to be a key consideration in the UK’s energy transition, connected and digital safety and also what plans Dräger has for 2023 and beyond. Mark also takes a look at the latest industry news including The British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF) warning those in charge of PPE and safety product procurement to be vigilant about substandard products, as its latest non-member product tests highlight the availability of high levels of non-compliant products. Also, Mark takes a look at a new campaign launched by the Health and Safety Executive to raise awareness among younger people who work as plumbers, electricians and other trades, of the risks associated with asbestos.

In this episode, Mark Sennett chat with RS Safety Solutions Group Sales Director Rob Russell about the Protect What Matters Survey, which asks how have attitudes changed towards health and safety in your company? Are you optimistic for the future, or are there warning signs on the horizon? Mark also takes a look at the latest industry news including the new impacts of the new Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, NEBOSH appointing a new CEO, British Safety Council reopening its offer to SMEs and micro-sized employers to apply to attend a free three-hour workshop to help them develop a wellbeing strategy, and IOSH responding to plans from Labour to get more people with health conditions and disabilities into work.

In this episode, Mark Sennett discusses how almost half of work-related illness is due to stress, depression or anxiety according to statistics published by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). He also talks about IOSH calling on UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to reverse a decision made by his predecessor Liz Truss to exempt about 40,000 businesses from reporting requirements and regulations. Our guest on this episode is Safety Rocks founder Carla Crocombe who discusses the importance of health and safety training and how you can have fun while delivering it.

Episode 28 of the Health and Safety Matters Podcast is now live and features an interview with Arco Professional Safety Services technical director Ben Haughton. The HSM Podcast is sponsored by The Health & Safety Event, which takes place on 25-27 April 2023 at NEC Birmingham. In this episode, host Mark Sennett takes a look at the latest news stories in the sector including British Safety Council offering any organisation employing up to 500 staff the chance to get free support to improve the wellbeing of their workplace. Also, Mark talks about IOSH backing a campaign highlighting the role of psychosocial issues in work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). In addition, Mark sits down with Arco's Ben Haughton to chat about standards relating to fall protection systems.

Episode 27 of the Health and Safety Matters Podcast is now live and features an interview with Protex AI CEO Dan Hobbs on how AI is successfully being integrated into the health and safety sector.. The HSM Podcast is sponsored by The Health & Safety Event, which takes place on 25-27 April 2023 at NEC Birmingham. In this episode, host Mark Sennett takes a look at the latest news stories in the sector including IOSH calling on the British Government to work with policy makers, regulators, employers and worker representatives to increase awareness about asbestos. Mark also shares the news on HSE refreshing the work-place silicosis guidance. In addition, Mark sits down with Dan Hobbs to discuss misconceptions about AI technology and explain how it can play a vital role in an organisation's safety culture.

EPISODE 26 of the Health & Safety Matters Podcast is now live and features an interview with British Safety Council chair Peter McGettrick. The HSM Podcast is sponsored by The Health & Safety Event, which takes place on 25-27 April 2023 at NEC Birmingham. In this episode, host Mark Sennett takes a look at the latest news stories in the sector including the annual UK workplace fatality figures, which have been published by the Health & Safety Executive. Mark also explores the dangers faced by workers during the UK’s record heatwave. He also explains to listeners what will be on offer at Safety, Health and Wellbeing Live, which is a free-to-attend event at Farnborough International on 28-29 September 2022. You can find out more information on the event or register to attend for free at www.safetyhealthwellbeing.live/ In addition, Mark also provides details on the recent announcement by The British Safety Industry Federation that it has signed a new multi-year strategic partnership extension with Western Business Media, which is the publisher of HSM. The main guest on this edition of the podcast is British Safety Council (BSC) chair Peter McGettrick. Peter took up the role a few months ago and shares his vision for the future of BSC, what he brings to the role and the challenges the organisation and the sector face in the coming years.

In this episode, Mark Sennett sits down with NEBOSH COO Dee Arp and discusses what we have learnt about mental health and wellbeing during the pandemic. There's advice for listeners on how they can get help for themselves or their colleagues if they are struggling with mental health. As always, Mark takes a look at the latest industry news, which this time includes IOSH explaining why delays pose a threat to the Employment Bill, an HSE safety alert on FFP masks, and also a sharp rise in the number of fatalities in the construction sector.

On episode 24, Mark Sennett sits down with Health & Safety Event director David Bishop to preview what's in store when the event takes place at NEC Birmingham on 5-7 April 2022 and explain why it's a must attend event. As usual, Mark takes a look at the sector's latest news stories, which include a UK PPE supplier is warning businesses that a change in personal protective equipment law, why working from home is adding to loneliness for some workers, and new data shows fatalities in the construction industry are up almost 10% in five years in the UK.

In this episode, host Mark Sennett takes a look at the latest industry news including the findings from a Hybrid Working Study that HSM did in partnership with EcoOnline. We also reveal the shortlist for the Safety & Health Excellence Awards, while also looking at the news of Alcumus securing investment from Apax and IOSH supporting a campaign aimed at reducing MSDs. This episode's main guest is 3M's Abrasive Applications Expert Theo Simon who talks about the Hand-Arm Vibration and what steps can be taken to mitigate against these risks.

In this episode, host Mark Sennett takes a look at the latest industry news including the HSE publishing the work-related health and injury statistics, IOSH supporting flexible working, and a brand new HSM CPD networking event that's a must attend for OSH professionals. This episode's main guest is veteran health and safety journalist Louis Wustemann who discusses some of the key findings of EcoOnline's recent survey on hybrid working. These findings have been published in the form of a white paper on Managing Hybrid Workers Health, Safety and Wellbeing and Louis discusses the key issues raised in this must-read white paper.

In this episode, Mark chats with Tim Else who is the organiser of the new Safety, Health & Wellbeing Live events, which take place in 2022 in Manchester Central and Farnborough International. In addition, Mark takes a look at the latest news stories in the sector including a new HSE campaign aimed at helping tackle mental health, worldwide workplace fatality rates and much more.

In this episode, Mark chats with Hellberg's Colin Mackenzie about the risks of noise and how to protect against them and also what employers are required to do to protect the hearing of employees. In addition, Mark takes a look at the latest news stories in the sector including the HSE updating its guidance on work-related road risk, BOHS urging employers to remain vigilant and update their Covid-19 risk assessments and much more.