Health and Safety Matters is the UK’s leading B2B publication covering health and safety. Every fortnight the HSM editorial team will analyse the latest news as well as interviewing guests who will talk about the latest industry trends and to help share best practice. You can also see breaking daily news at www.hsmsearch.com The HSM Podcast is sponsored by The Health & Safety Event, which takes place at NEC Birmingham on 30 April - 2 May 2024. For more information or to register to attend for free visit https://www.healthandsafetyevent.com
Episodes
Monday Mar 17, 2025
Monday Mar 17, 2025
In this episode, host Mark Sennett sits down with BSIF CEO Alan Murray who reveals that SATRA CEO John Hooker is set to take over as his replacement at the Federation. Alan gives an insight into the recruitment process, looks back on his tenure as CEO and looks ahead for what is an exciting period for BSIF.
Mark also covers all the latest industry news including BSIF issuing an urgent warning to those responsible for procuring personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety products following the results of its latest independent tests.
In addition, Mark talks about new research shows days off due to ill health rockets, and 2/3 of Londoners say they have been impacted by dust or light pollution from a construction site over the past year.
Tuesday Feb 25, 2025
Tuesday Feb 25, 2025
On this episode host Mark Sennett chats with Cromwell's Peter Smart about all things PPE.
Mark also covers the latest industry news including BSIF urges businesses to review PPE stock, IOSH calls for Government action to protect gig workers. He also shares his thoughts on the demise of Anticipate London/Safety & Health Expo and the Safety and Health Practitioner.
Thursday Jan 30, 2025
Thursday Jan 30, 2025
In this episode, Mark Sennett looks at all the latest health and safety industry news. Including how new research has highlighted gaps in Building Safety Act knowledge, the British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF) is urging buyers and wearers of PPE to review their PPE stock and replace old and damaged items after a member survey showed outdated and poorly maintained personal protective equipment (PPE) is in use across UK workplaces.
Also, Mark discusses the findings of a recent survey that shows 45% of freelancers saw their mental health decline in 2024, after an incredibly challenging year in 2024, and only 6% felt supported by government.
Mark also gives an update on the Safety and Health Excellence Awards, which has extended its deadline for free entries until 14 February 2025. You can enter the SHE Awards at www.she-awards.com
Monday Aug 05, 2024
Monday Aug 05, 2024
In this episode, Mark Sennett sits down with What Else Events managing director Tim Else and hears all about Safety, Health and Wellbeing Live, which takes place on 2-3 October 2024 at Farnborough International. Tim shares with us some exiting new features of the show including a dedicated content stream from the Health and Safety Executive, he details some of the 40+ hours of CPD content on offer across the seminar theatres and provides an insight on what's on show from the 100+ exhibitors.
Mark also takes a look at the latest industry news, including the latest figures published by the HSE on work-related fatal incidents, calls for the Health and Safety at Work Act to be modernised after it celebrates its 50th anniversary, and also the response to a new documentary showing the dangers of substandard PPE flooding the UK market.
Monday May 13, 2024
Monday May 13, 2024
In this episode, Mark Sennett sits down with NEBOSH CEO Andy Shenstone to discuss details of the new NEBOSH strategy.
Mark also covers the latest news in the OSH sector including stories on Employers failing to protect its drivers, No Falls Week and also the findings of RS' 2024 Health & Safety report Striving for Excellence.
Monday Apr 29, 2024
Monday Apr 29, 2024
In this episode, Mark Sennett sits down with Intelex's Trevor Bronson and discusses what’s changed in health and safety over the last five years, what should be the focus of OSH professionals leaders moving forwards and also the impact of technology on the world of health and safety.
Mark also covers the latest industry news, which includes the BSIF identifying a number of non-compliant PPE products in recent tests it has conducted, new laws aimed at protecting retail workers, the worrying results of a recent poll showing that maintenance professionals are unsure on how to comply with the new Building Safety Act, and three new trustees are appointed at NEBOSH.
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
In episode 37, host Mark Sennett chats with Martor UK's Tom Turner about the importance of using suitable safety knives. He also explains how much of an impact safety knives have across UK business and the impacts of workers getting cut injuries using unsafe equipment.
Mark also covers the latest industry news including the launch of No Falls Week, the first female CEO of RoSPA, and new research that reveals almost 1 in 3 employees (31%) have experienced at least one form of microaggression or discriminatory behaviour from their manager in the past six months.
Monday Feb 26, 2024
Monday Feb 26, 2024
In Episode 36, host Mark Sennett sits down with David Bishop, the event director of the Health and Safety Event, who explains why the event is now a must-attend for any OSH professional.
Mark also covers all the latest industry news including Non-registered PPE providers failing BSIF tests, a new report shows poor mental health is having a damaging effect across the UK, news of BSIF Alan Murray announcing his retirement and much more.
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
In this episode, host Mark Sennett sits down with BSIF CEO Alan Murray to discuss the newly formed Occupational Safety & Health Stakeholder Alliance. Alan explains why it has been set up, who is involved and what are the Alliance's objectives.
Mark then covers all the latest news including early findings from HSE’s Dust Kills campaign, frontline workers face monthly operational issues and the new IOSH President Elect outlines her aims for her new role.
Tuesday Sep 05, 2023
Tuesday Sep 05, 2023
In this episode, host Mark Sennett chat with 3M's George Elliott about how has the pandemic affected the respiratory industry in the UK and the importance of only using safe and compliant RPE.
Mark also covers the latest news in the sector, which includes the Indefinite extension for the use of CE marking, £14million fine following the fatal Croydon tram crash and the shock findings of a BOHS report into women's health in the workplace.