Most of us are aware that we should be taking care of our wellbeing, but when it comes to improving our overall state of contentment, comfort and health, it can…
Read MoreAlthough we should all take precautions when we cook or handle food, those who work with food need to be particularly stringent. Food handlers can pass on the germs that…
Read MoreIf you work in a manual handling job, the chances are you know about the different equipment you may have to wear to protect yourself when doing certain aspects of…
Read MoreThe carpal tunnel is a narrow passage in the wrist through which the median nerve and tendons pass. The median nerve controls movement in the thumb and first three fingers,…
Read MoreReturning to work after time off can sometimes be difficult. By managing absence effectively, and keeping in contact, your employees should understand what is expected from them and be more…
Read MoreTraining a member of staff as a designated first aider in any workplace is common practice which many will have experience of – and often, it’s something an employer is…
Read MoreBy Simon Swords, Founder, Staff Squared It’s not difficult to find a study or statistic to show that sitting is bad for you. It’s linked to obesity, diabetes, heart disease,…
Read MoreDiarrhoea and vomiting can be caused by various things and is usually not serious, lasting one or two days. Diarrhoea is defined as passing frequent loose or watery stools. Causes…
Read MoreFit for Work’s free online resources (blogs, guides on the Advice Hub, ability to ask a question by email/web-chat etc.) and the free telephone advice line (0800 032 6235) can…
Read MoreEvery week, we post two blogs on the Fit for Work site on a wide range of work-related health topics. Our blogs are aimed at anyone looking for work-related health advice,…
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