British Safety Council Blog

Goodbye IEMA, Hello ISEP: What’s Changing?

On 17 July 2025, the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA) officially became the Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals (ISEP). Why the change? Because the world of sustainability has grown, and the name needed to grow with it.

Why Workplace Psychosocial Hazards Cannot Be Ignored in 2025

Providing a healthy work environment where people can thrive at work is no longer a nice-to-have – it’s a core part of running a responsible, effective and sustainable organisation.

Why Workplace Culture Matters for Business Success

Workplace culture shapes how employees behave, make decisions and support one another. Ultimately, it has a direct impact on how organisations perform and thrive.

Ensuring Safety and Health at Work in a Changing Climate

Discover how climate change is reshaping workplace risks & wellbeing. Learn why ensuring safety & health at work in a changing climate matters. Read more.

Five HSE Topics Workers Should Know About

Gain insight into five key HSE topics and build safer, smarter, more supportive workplaces, no matter your level of experience. Find out more today.

Why Psychosocial Risk Management is Fundamental to Business Success

By Stephen Haynes, Director of Wellbeing and Sophie Snell, Organisation Wellbeing and Change Consultant

5 Benefits of Becoming a British Safety Council Member

Alongside our training and consultancy services, we also offer memberships—an easy and affordable way to get ongoing support, stay informed, and build a stronger safety culture

Five Things to Consider Before Starting a Career in HSE

Stress risk assessment: evaluating intangible hazards

Work-related stress, depression and anxiety is the leading cause of long-term employee absence, accounting for 50% of all working days lost in the UK, which equates to an estimated £57.4 billion in lost productivity annually.

Fire safety and lithium batteries: What you need to know

Learn essential fire safety tips for handling and storing lithium batteries. Understand the risks, precautions, and best practices to prevent fire hazards.

How to create a culture of safety on your construction site

Construction is one of the most complex and high-risk industries to work in. Sites are constantly changing, with heavy machinery, working at height, moving vehicles, and multiple contractors often operating side by side. This fast-paced and unpredictable environment means the margin for error is small—and the consequences can be life-threatening.

Asbestos Awareness Week

By Phil Pinnington

IOSH vs NEBOSH: What's the difference?

IOSH and NEBOSH are both respected health and safety courses, but while IOSH training provides practical safety knowledge for employees and managers, NEBOSH training offers more in-depth study for those pursuing a professional career in health and safety.

Are you ready for the green transition?

By Dr Julie Riggs DProf CFIOSH

Psychological safety: a strategy for people, productivity and profit

By Matthew Winn

Top 3 courses for new health and safety professionals

When starting your journey in health and safety, choosing the right training courses can be challenging. To help you make an informed decision, we have identified three key courses that provide excellent value and foundational knowledge for a successful career in workplace health and safety.

Turning 'Blue Monday' into year-round opportunities

By Matthew Winn

Unlocking profit and productivity through a data-driven approach to wellbeing

By Matthew Winn

Creating Wellbeing strategies that work for all: 5 practical considerations

By Matthew Winn

Why Leaders Must Set Boundaries and Equip Themselves for Wellbeing Success

By setting the culture, the ethics and the standards, influential leaders show that wellbeing, health, and safety is not just a compliance requirement but is a fundamental way in which businesses conduct themselves. They recognise that identifying and mitigating risks in these areas will help to create a successful, harmonious, sustainable organisation.

From Surviving to Thriving

By Stephen Haynes

Beating burnout starts at the top of your business

By Stephen Haynes

How can we support the health and wellbeing of employees?

When we look at workplace wellbeing, we need to look at our starting point and where we want to go, what obstacles might get in our way, and how can we mitigate them.

It’s all about choices: health, safety, and wellbeing in the next Parliament

By Matthew Winn

The importance of Directors and Senior Managers knowing their responsibilities around Health, Safety and Wellbeing

By Dr. Julie Riggs DProf CFIOSH

Asbestos: a growing challenge for the future?

By Phil Pinnington

We all want a future free from falls – so let’s get behind No Falls Week

By Phil Pinnington

Parliament Unwrapped: What did the 2019-2024 Parliament mean for workers’ health, safety, and wellbeing?

By Matthew Winn

The next UK government must ensure health, safety and wellbeing standards are upheld

By Peter McGettrick

How can we put wellbeing at the heart of economic growth?

By Stephen Haynes

Tomorrow’s safety starts today

By Matthew Winn

Skills to support safety

By Dr. Julie Riggs DProf CFIOSH