Technologies such as AI have the potential to transform how organisations record and analyse EHS risk. However, successful adoption depends on more than technology alone. Jose Arcilla, CEO of HSI, explains why organisations that engage with their frontline staff and utilise their knowledge to design and implement new solutions, will benefit the most.
By Jose Arcilla, HSI on 25 June 2026
The upcoming nuclear golden age won’t just be built on concrete and steel, but on a fundamental reset of how we define and tolerate risk. Belinda Liversedge looks at the case for change and what needs to happen next.
By Belinda Liversedge on 25 June 2026
Research suggests many managers would be reluctant to hire someone who experiences migraine due to fears they may regularly be absent from work, but simple and low-cost workplace adjustments are often all that is required to support people with migraine to continue to be fully productive.
By Andrea Quinn, The Migraine Trust on 01 June 2026
The internal environmental quality of a building has been shown to positively or negatively affect the physical and mental health of occupants like workers and visitors. For employers wishing to ensure buildings support occupant health and resilience, while simultaneously achieving sustainability goals like net zero carbon, the BREAM standards provide independent, third-party assurance that an asset is achieving the highest possible performance in these and other related areas.
By Anna Buchanan and Chetas Rana, BRE on 30 July 2026
New research from Dräger suggests a significant proportion of workers feel increasingly afraid to speak up about safety problems at work, making it more important than ever that leaders create the psychological conditions that enable workers to report concerns, make suggestions and challenge the status quo without fear of rejection or retribution.
By Adam Pope, Draeger Safety UK on 30 July 2026
PPE designed to protect against hazards like chemicals can contribute to an increase in body heat and humidity inside the clothing, placing the wearer at increased risk of heat stress. However, advances in materials science, physiological modelling and testing methodologies mean employers can now make more informed decisions about how effectively protective garments support heat dissipation and moisture management – in turn potentially boosting PPE wear rates and wearer acceptance.
By Chloé Caux-Wetherell and Aldjia Begriche, DuPont Personal Protection on 30 July 2026
New Year’s resolutions get all the glory, but the quiet summer lull is secretly the best time for a reset. Before the September rush hits and work resumes at full speed, why not test out a few new skills? As part of our summer special, we look at how two evidence-based psychological tools can help safety professionals sharpen their communication, win over colleagues, and begin to drive lasting change.
By Belinda Liversedge on 30 July 2026
Outdoor workers can face a heightened risk of deadly skin cancer due to exposure to ultraviolet radiation from the sun, but simple precautions and workplace controls can reduce the dangers.
By Nicolas Foort, Arco on 29 July 2026
With scientists predicting the UK will in future face increasingly extreme and frequent heatwaves due to climate change, it is essential employers take practical action now to protect indoor and outdoor workers from the health impacts of high temperatures and humidity.
By Stephen Sandford, Casella on 28 July 2026
AI is already transforming the world of work, reducing the time required to undertake administrative and mundane tasks and improving medical diagnostics. However, commentators warn that Indian workers fearful that AI will replace their roles should instead focus on embracing and learning AI skills and technology, as this offers the best protection against job losses.
By Orchie Bandyopadhyay on 06 July 2026
Fears of job losses resulting from the ever-growing deployment of AI and general poor economic conditions mean India’s IT and tech workers are increasingly working longer hours in a bid to retain their roles, but wellbeing experts say this is causing high levels of stress, anxiety and burnout.
By Orchie Bandyopadhyay on 06 July 2026
Gas detectors are a crucial tool for ensuring the safety of hazardous plants and processes, and developments in smart and connected technology now mean the equipment can more efficiently and quickly raise the alarm in the event of elevated gas levels or leaks, allowing immediate action to be taken to protect life and equipment.
By Megan Hine, Dräger Safety on 29 June 2026
AI has huge potential to improve health and safety at work, but employers will need to retain oversight to ensure it genuinely supports better decision-making, rather than creating new risks through unmanaged use.
By Greta Salvesen, Notify Technology on 25 June 2026
