Cyber Security Fundamentals
Cyber-security breaches continue to be a problem for all types of organisations. According to a survey by the Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport, 40% businesses and 25% of charities reported experiencing cyber-attacks in the past 12 months. While organisations are always at risk from a cyber-attack, there may be a heightened risk at […]
Commercial Insurance Profile – August 2021
Understanding Changing Sources of Liability Post-COVID Employers have had many adjustments to make since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, and there still may be more to come. Even as the UK begins to reopen fully and return to life somewhat resembling pre-COVID conditions, it’s important for organisations to realise that many things have changed. […]
Are You Practising Scaffolding Safety?
Scaffolding Safety The majority of scaffold accidents on the construction site occur due to falls, slipping or being struck by an object from above. All of these accidents can be prevented by taking the proper precautions. Here’s how. General Safety Tips To prevent slipping hazards, conduct a daily routine inspection to ensure that all walking […]
Commercial Insurance Profile – July 2021
Help Remote Employees Stay Cool During a Heatwave Remote work is here to stay. Given that new reality, organisations will have to get used to a number of intricacies that come with this type of work arrangement. As summer temperatures continue to rise, it’s important for employers to remember that many of their employees do […]
Protecting Workers from Heat Stroke
The warmer temperatures and long days of summer provide employers with an opportunity to accomplish various outdoor tasks that might not be possible during colder parts of the year. However, it’s important that organisations across all sectors are aware of the dangers that summer conditions can pose to workers. Heat-related illness can result in severe […]
Commercial Insurance Profile – June 2021
The Importance of Flexibility in Future Workplaces Many employers and organisations across the UK may be in the midst of reopening and attempting to return to how they operated before the coronavirus pandemic. With this in mind, it’s possible that workforces will grow and competition for top talent will increase. In order to recruit and […]
Mental Health Awareness Week 2021
Organised by the Mental Health Foundation, Mental Health Awareness Week focuses on inspiring the UK to improve mental health. According to the Office for National Statistics, the proportion of adults experiencing depression nearly doubled during the pandemic. As such, this year’s campaign may be of particular importance. The theme for 2021’s Mental Health Awareness Week […]
5 Strategies for Improving Virtual Recruitment
During the COVID-19 pandemic, hiring managers are struggling to get candidates in the door. Recruiting budgets have been slashed and departments are wondering how to coordinate interviews, let alone find talent. How can teams adapt? The answer is virtual recruitment. Virtual recruitment is the process of pursuing, vetting and onboarding candidates electronically. It’s been around […]
Addressing Legionella and Legionnaires’ Disease in the Workplace
Legionella bacteria presents a serious risk for employees across a variety of industries. This type of bacteria can lead to Legionnaires’ Disease, a potentially fatal form of pneumonia and often grows in natural bodies of water, such as rivers and ponds, but these situations rarely involve serious risk for humans. The way people are likely to […]
How is Technology Driving Change for Commercial Brokers?
InsurTech – a word that has cropped up more often in recent years, and for good reason! Technology is at the forefront of most industries, and for Insurance that is no different, using technology as a driver for change is a necessary first step in future-proofing insurance brokers. There are a few things in the […]
