Health and safety risk management advice from our experts on a range of common topics.
Generally, any equipment which is used by staff at work is considered to be work equipment.
Safety signs play an important role in warning of hazards or advising on what precautions need to be taken.
Lifting equipment is any equipment used at work for lifting or lowering loads, including attachments used for anchoring, fixing or supporting it.
Display screen equipment (DSE) includes any computer, laptop, touch screen or similar device. This type of equipment is commonplace in most workplaces.
Ladders and stepladders are used in many workplaces. There is no ban on this and they offer a practical option for low risk, short duration tasks.
Some products or substances encountered at work such as dusts, fumes, asbestos or lead can potentially be hazardous to health.
Moving loads by hand is a common enough task in many workplaces, but it is not without risk to those involved. Typical injuries include sprains, strains, cuts and even fractures.
When young people start work for the first time, they may be at greater risk of injury than other staff.
Personal protective equipment is equipment and clothing that protects against health or safety risks at work.