by JCH Safety | Aug 22, 2025 | Fire Risk Assessment, Fire Safety, Health and Safety Prosecutions, Industrial Safety, JCH Safety, Work Place Safety
From July 2025, the use of Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) fire extinguishers containing fluorinated chemicals will be prohibited under new UK legislation. This change forms part of wider environmental reforms affecting the fire safety industry. At JCH...
by JCH Safety | Aug 6, 2025 | Building Maintenance, Fire Risk Assessment, Fire Safety, Health and Safety Prosecutions, Health and safety training, JCH Safety, Risk Assessments
Introduction Fire safety legislation in the UK continues to evolve – and BS 9792:2025 is a key development in Fire Risk Assessment for Housing. As a Coventry-based Chartered Health and Safety Consultancy and Tier 2 Fire Risk Assessment practice, JCH Safety Ltd is...
by JCH Safety | Jul 22, 2025 | Fire Risk Assessment, Fire Risk Management and Health & Safety for Schools, JCH Safety, Risk Assessments, School health & safety
When we think about fire risks in schools, we often picture overloaded plug sockets, kitchen appliances, or storage areas cluttered with combustible materials. However, a recent incident in Northumberland has brought attention to an increasingly relevant and often...
by JCH Safety | Jun 23, 2025 | Fire Risk Assessment, Fire Safety, Health and safety training, Industrial Safety, IOSH Managing Safely course, JCH Safety, Online Training, Risk Assessments, Work Place Safety
Farming is the backbone of rural life in Warwickshire, but it’s also one of the most hazardous industries in the UK. From heavy machinery and livestock to hazardous substances and remote working conditions, the risks are many and varied. That’s why robust farm health...
by JCH Safety | May 19, 2025 | Fire Risk Assessment, Fire Safety, Health and safety training, Industrial Safety, JCH Safety, Risk Assessments
The recent fire at the Bicester Motion site in Oxfordshire, which sadly claimed the lives of two firefighters and a member of the public, is a stark and heartbreaking reminder of the real dangers associated with fire in commercial and industrial premises. While...
by JCH Safety | Apr 24, 2025 | Building Maintenance, Fire Risk Assessment, Fire Risk Management and Health & Safety for Schools, Health and safety training, Industrial Safety, JCH Safety, Online Training, Risk Assessments
‘Protect Your Workforce, and Understand the Risks’ What is Asbestos? Asbestos is a naturally occurring fibrous mineral that was once widely used in construction due to its insulation, fireproofing, and durability properties. However, the health risks of asbestos...
by JCH Safety | Jan 23, 2025 | Fire Risk Assessment, Fire Safety, Health and Safety Prosecutions, Industrial Safety, Risk Assessments, Work Place Safety
Safe storage of batteries at a waste transfer site requires strict procedures to minimise risks such as fire, chemical leakage, and injury. Here’s a comprehensive procedure for safe battery storage: 1. Segregation of Batteries by Type Separate by Chemistry:...
by JCH Safety | Dec 23, 2024 | Fire Risk Assessment, Fire Risk Management and Health & Safety for Schools, Fire Safety, Health and safety training, JCH Safety, Online Training, Risk Assessments, School health & safety, Work Place Safety
Working at height in schools is often necessary for tasks like maintenance, repairs, and inspections as well as for shows and theatre activities. However, without proper precautions, it can be hazardous. At JCH Safety, we provide expert health and safety consultancy,...
by JCH Safety | Nov 26, 2024 | Building Maintenance, Fire Risk Assessment, Fire Safety, Health and safety training, Industrial Safety, JCH Safety
Fire safety is a top priority for any industrial facility, particularly in factory settings where the risk of fire can be higher due to machinery, electrical systems, and materials used in production. One of the most critical aspects of fire safety is ensuring that...
by JCH Safety | Oct 24, 2024 | Fire Risk Assessment, Health and Safety Prosecutions, Industrial Safety, JCH Safety, Risk Assessments
Fire risk assessments (FRAs) play a crucial role in protecting waste transfer sites by identifying potential fire hazards and implementing measures to mitigate these risks. We have recently been working at several waste transfer and recycling facilities across the...
