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We're not disrespecting the traditional sign-in sheet, after all SG World offer paper and software based ... [Read now →](https://blog.sgworld.com/is-visitor-management-software-just-a-glorified-sign-in-sheet) August 8, 2022 Lisa Robinson ## [£3.6m penalty for mining firm after electrics contractor burned](https://blog.sgworld.com/you-cant-contract-out-your-health-safety-responsibilities-1) [![£3.6m penalty for mining firm after electrics contractor burned](https://blog.sgworld.com/hubfs/bigstock-Hazardous-Voltage-Sign-In-Main-418622089.jpg)](https://blog.sgworld.com/you-cant-contract-out-your-health-safety-responsibilities-1) This month we see another high profile HSE prosecution sending out a clear message that contracting out a job does not mean contracting out your... [Read now →](https://blog.sgworld.com/you-cant-contract-out-your-health-safety-responsibilities-1) July 28, 2022 Lisa Robinson ## [In the News: Failure to manage contractors results in significant injuries and £1 million fine](https://blog.sgworld.com/in-the-news-failure-to-manage-contractors-results-in-significant-injuries-and-1-million-fine) [![In the News: Failure to manage contractors results in significant injuries and £1 million fine](https://blog.sgworld.com/hubfs/bigstock-Danger-High-Voltage-Electrical-376471285.jpg)](https://blog.sgworld.com/in-the-news-failure-to-manage-contractors-results-in-significant-injuries-and-1-million-fine) A retail company and an electrical contracting company have been fined after an electrician suffered serious burns to 15 per cent of his body when he... [Read now →](https://blog.sgworld.com/in-the-news-failure-to-manage-contractors-results-in-significant-injuries-and-1-million-fine) July 27, 2022 Lisa Robinson ## [Recycling firm sentenced after failing to implement LOTO precautions](https://blog.sgworld.com/recycling-firm-sentenced-after-failing-to-implement-loto-precautions) [![Recycling firm sentenced after failing to implement LOTO precautions](https://blog.sgworld.com/hubfs/LOTO.jpg)](https://blog.sgworld.com/recycling-firm-sentenced-after-failing-to-implement-loto-precautions) A waste recycling firm, its director and site manager have been sentenced after an employee died and a second employee was seriously injured when... [Read now →](https://blog.sgworld.com/recycling-firm-sentenced-after-failing-to-implement-loto-precautions) July 27, 2022 Lisa Robinson ## [When Safety Needs to be Left Out in the Cold](https://blog.sgworld.com/when-safety-needs-to-be-left-out-in-the-cold) [![When Safety Needs to be Left Out in the Cold](https://blog.sgworld.com/hubfs/bigstock--179719444.jpg)](https://blog.sgworld.com/when-safety-needs-to-be-left-out-in-the-cold) From raw materials, through manufacturing, storage, distribution and retail, the cold chain keeps food goods safe and prevents waste. The nature of... [Read now →](https://blog.sgworld.com/when-safety-needs-to-be-left-out-in-the-cold) July 14, 2022 Lisa Robinson ## [HSE inspectors to assess the management of asbestos in schools](https://blog.sgworld.com/the-different-laws-impacting-safety-inspections-0) [![HSE inspectors to assess the management of asbestos in schools](https://blog.sgworld.com/hubfs/bigstock-Professional-Asbestos-Removal--299367604.jpg)](https://blog.sgworld.com/the-different-laws-impacting-safety-inspections-0) The HSE will be carrying out a programme of inspections to primary and secondary schools in England, Scotland and Wales from September 2022 onwards. [Read now →](https://blog.sgworld.com/the-different-laws-impacting-safety-inspections-0) July 5, 2022 Lisa Robinson ## [A Tri'ing Time for SG World CEO](https://blog.sgworld.com/a-triing-time-for-sg-world-ceo) [![A Tri'ing Time for SG World CEO](https://blog.sgworld.com/hubfs/2022-06-19-09-49-58-7-std-res.jpg)](https://blog.sgworld.com/a-triing-time-for-sg-world-ceo) In terms of Triathlons, June was a busy month for our CEO, Mark Haase. First of all, he took part the Leeds Triathlon on Sunday 12th June. Then,... [Read now →](https://blog.sgworld.com/a-triing-time-for-sg-world-ceo) June 30, 2022 Lisa Robinson ## [The Different Laws Impacting Safety Inspections](https://blog.sgworld.com/the-different-laws-impacting-safety-inspections) [![The Different Laws Impacting Safety Inspections](https://blog.sgworld.com/hubfs/bigstock-Employment-Law-Agreement-And-L-443782520.jpg)](https://blog.sgworld.com/the-different-laws-impacting-safety-inspections) The law places certain duties on anyone working with potentially hazardous equipment. Those who supply, install and maintain the equipment; those who... [Read now →](https://blog.sgworld.com/the-different-laws-impacting-safety-inspections) June 29, 2022 Lisa Robinson ## [The consequences of failing to check out contractor documentation](https://blog.sgworld.com/you-cant-contract-out-your-health-safety-responsibilities-0) [![The consequences of failing to check out contractor documentation](https://blog.sgworld.com/hubfs/Contractor-Database.jpg)](https://blog.sgworld.com/you-cant-contract-out-your-health-safety-responsibilities-0) Contracting out a job does not mean contracting out your health and safety responsibilities. If an accident happens on your premises you have a... 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