ChristmasSafe with WorkSafe!
The festivities are upon us and although this is a magical time that we enjoy with friends and family, it can be extremely busy with extra tasks on top of our everyday ones. Decorating our homes, visiting friends and relatives, last minute shopping and wrapping can impact on our usual safety measures. Here are some […]
Everyone can use an AED
Currently in the UK only 8% of people who suffer a cardiac arrest will survive* The use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) can help increase the chances of survival for someone who has experienced a cardiac arrest, which is where the heart stops beating. The AED can analyse the heart rhythm when attached to […]
Wishing you a very Merry Christmas as we support the Stroke Association
The Stroke Association is a charity close to our hearts and this year, instead of sending Christmas cards to all of the WorkSafe family, we will be making a donation to this worthwhile charity. In the UK a stroke strikes every 5 minutes* meaning that many of us will have been affected or will know […]
Choking – First Aid to Save lives
Choking happens when the airway becomes blocked, usually during eating. This can be due to insufficient chewing, talking with the mouth full or even a child putting an object in their mouth. Foods such as carrots, apples, grapes and nuts are particularly problematic and cutting these into smaller pieces and chewing them well can reduce […]
First Aid for Suspected Heart Attack
There are 450 deaths every day from a heart or circulatory disease in the UK* If someone is suffering from a heart attack or angina it can be very distressing. Try to remain calm as this will reassure the person you are helping. Knowing the signs and symptoms to look out for can ensure that […]
Managing your Micro-teach
Often the micro- teach is the one aspect of the Level 3 Award in Education and Training which causes the most anxiety for the learners. Once planned and prepared our learners usually find it becomes the most fun part! During this part of the course you can fully immerse yourself and take control of the […]
Firework Safety!
KeepSafe! As much as we all enjoy bonfire night here at WorkSafe, we are also aware of the dangers and risk of terrible injuries to people. If you are planning an evening of celebrations at home, here are some handy pointers to keep you safe and free from injury: The legal timeframes for lighting fireworks […]
What first aid cover do I need?
What first aid cover do I need? Deciding on the level of first aid cover for your workplace can be a daunting task. Requirements will vary depending on the size of your workforce and the hazards in your workplace. Read our article to find out about available resources from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) […]
WorkSafe Launches a New Shop!
WorkSafe Training Systems are proud to introduce our new shop facility. Not only does our new shop look stylish and modern, it also has a range of new functions to enhance your buying experience! Over the last 3 months we have been working hard with the team from 48K to develop a streamlined, customer friendly […]
Launch of WorkSafe’s 2021 Sustainability Goals
We’re launching our new sustainability policy! Read about our goals and actions to help us to work alongside the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Along with our instructors and students, WorkSafe aim to provide a long-lasting legacy of sustainable teaching. Our Sustainability Goals: To reduce waste and conserve resources, whilst promoting recycling and re-use of materials. […]