Health and safety advice

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Health and safety articles

Practical tips and advice to help protect you where you work

Accidents

Help if you have an accident or are injured in the workplace
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Hazard reporting

Learn more about how to reduce workplace risks and what to do if you spot a hazard
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Risk assessments

How to identify, report and address potential hazards in the workplace
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Manual handling

One in three work accidents are caused by manual handling – find out how to reduce the risk
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Working at height

Understand your employer’s responsibilities and how to stay safe if your job requires you to work at height
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Working environment

From lighting to ventilation, find out what to do if your work space is inadequate
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Buildings with RAAC

Public buildings constructed using RAAC can be hazardous. Learn how to report concerns at work
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Health and safety articles

More on how to stay safe at work

Back pain

How to stay safe and minimise the risks of this common workplace injury
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Home and hybrid working

Health and safety concerns to consider when working from home
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Stress

Guidance on reducing stress and improving staff wellbeing in the workplace
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Mental health

If you are suffering from a mental health condition at work, UNISON can provide support
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Smoking at work

How to encourage a smoke-free environment and access services to help smokers quit
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Eye care

Learn more about eyecare at work and what help you are entitled to
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Computers

If you use a computer at work, follow these simple steps to stay healthy and avoid injury
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Safety of school buildings

Why government investment in school buildings is needed to ensure school staff and pupils can work safely
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Health and safety articles

How to stay healthy, safe and productive at work

Occupational health

Find out how occupational health services can support your wellbeing at work
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Alcohol, drugs and substance abuse

If you are struggling with misuse of alcohol and drugs UNISON can offer practical help
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WRULDs and RSI

Learn more about how to prevent work-related upper limb disorders and repetitive strain injuries
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Bullying and harassment

How to identify, address and get support for bullying and harassment at work
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First Aid

Learn more about first aid provision in the workplace and how to become a trained first aider
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Extreme heat at work

Find out how you can protect yourself from working in extreme heat
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Extreme weather and temperatures at work

Employers in the UK have a legal and moral responsibility to manage risks associated with extreme weather events
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Other help and advice topics

Do you know your rights at work?

Find out how to tackle key work issues
Two-tier workforce Appraisal Artificial Intelligence
More on employment rights

What leave are you entitled to?

Discover how and when you can take time off
Maternity leave Paternity leave Parental leave
More on leave entitlement
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