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In the news this week: HSQC is publicly committed to achieving Net Zero carbon neutrality by 2050. As an environmentally conscious business we are working towards the following targets: Using ULEZ compliant vehicles, with the ambition of being electric-only by 2030. Using public transport for travel where practicable. Maintaining Working
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In the news this week: Friday 7 June is World Food Safety Day 2024. One in ten people worldwide fall ill from consuming contaminated food each year. Over 200 diseases are caused by eating contaminated food. 40% of the foodborne disease burden is carried by children under 5. Governments, food
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We are seeking graduates and suitably qualified individuals to join us as a student Environmental Hygiene Technician. You will be enrolled on our 2 year work experience training programme. You will work alongside our Pest Management Team and Safety Officers gaining first hand practical and theoretical experience. For details and
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In the news this week: April is stress awareness month. The Health and Safety Executive has launched a campaign to tackle stress in the workplace. Read through the five steps in the full article below to see if your business is complying. Mental health is costing the UK economy a
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In the news this week: Rats and cockroaches have been identified inside English hospitals. Do you have pests in your hospital setting? There are many potential hygiene issues. What happens if these pests enter kitchen or food preparation areas of the hospital? For support with cost effective solutions to deal
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A recent hotel stay for one of our consultants! What are the potential health and safety hazards which come to mind? Which controls could be in place to negate the hazard? Has your hotel business got the correct documentation in place regarding windows? If you need advice regarding the safety
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Regular queries come up during audit visits relating to the proper usage of electric flying insect killers. Do they work? Where should they be placed? How often should they be cleaned? Should they be kept on at all times, even through a cost of living crisis? What is the best
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In the news this week: There is an ongoing discussion about food labelling in the UK: when is it misleading, and are new proposals draconian? Are you confident about the correct labelling of milk, cheese and dairy products in your business? HSQC can support your operation and offer advice on
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In the news this week: A potential cholera outbreak left cruise ship guests in quarantine. What would you do if a food borne disease outbreak was associated with your premises? For information and advice on the prevention of food borne diseases in your business, email us at: [email protected] HSQC have