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Essential Food Hygiene Tips for Childminders

Food Safety Safeguarding Children Starting a Business

Following the 4Cs of food hygiene will help you maintain good standards for the children in your care. Check out our checklist for quick reference.

Feb 11, 2019
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How To Start A Café Business

Food Safety Hospitality Starting a Business

Our guide takes you through setting up your own café, from funding options and creating a business plan to food safety training and marketing tips.

Feb 8, 2019
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Office Hazard Checklist for Health & Safety

Working at Height Workplace Safety

An office presents both physical and mental hazards that can be dangerous to the health of your employees; protect them by using our office hazards checklist.

Feb 6, 2019
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Risk Assessment Checklist for Lone Working

Risk Assessment Safety Management

Lone working applies to working from home & staying late in the office, as well as roles such as electricians & cleaners. Use our checklist to manage risk.

Feb 4, 2019
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Autism Feelings Chart for Children

Safeguarding Children SEN Teachers and Parents

A feelings chart can be an effective tool to use to support autistic children to recognise their emotions. Download our free feelings chart here.

Jan 31, 2019
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What are the Food Hygiene Requirements in a School?

Education Food Safety

Good food hygiene is particularly important in schools due to the varying risks of such an environment. We recommend training by role, here.

Jan 30, 2019
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What Are the Key Differences Between Flammable and Combustible Materials?

Safety Management Site Safety

Both flammable & combustible materials can catch fire, yet their different flash points mean they come with varying risks & storage methods. Read more here.

Jan 28, 2019
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What is Neurodiversity & How Does it Relate to Autism?

Safeguarding Children SEN Teachers and Parents

Neurodiversity is a movement that wants to change the way we think about autism. Learn more about the movement from our research.

Jan 17, 2019
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Do You Work In Hospitality? Win £300 Worth of Training!

High Speed Training News

We’d like to support your professional goals for 2019, helping you & your team get up to speed with some free training. Head to Facebook / Twitter to enter!

Jan 15, 2019
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The Health, Safety & Legal Responsibilities of Landlords

Fire Safety Health and Safety Legislation

We cover the responsibilities of private landlords in terms of gas, electrical, fire safety and repairs. Get the guide here.

Jan 14, 2019
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Guide to Alternative Milk: Food Safety, Nutritional Benefits & A Good Brew!

Food Safety Nutrition

Check out our experiment with alternative milks to find out which options are the best for taste, nutritional value and not curdling in hot drinks.

Jan 11, 2019
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A Guide to the Most Common Workplace Hazards

Safety Management Workplace Safety

Hazards are present in every workplace. Familiarise yourself with the 6 categories so you can minimise the risk to yourself and employees.

Jan 7, 2019
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What is Effective Questioning & Why Should I Use it in My Classroom?

Education Teachers and Parents

Open questions are an example of effective questioning and asking them encourages your class to think more critically. Find examples & tips here.

Dec 31, 2018
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What is Due Diligence in Food Safety and How Can I Evidence it?

Food Safety HACCP Hospitality

For food safety inspections, you need to evidence due diligence. Our article outlines how to, including a checklist to make sure you’ve covered all bases.

Dec 24, 2018
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Disability Awareness Quiz

Equality and Diversity Safeguarding Adults

Test your disability awareness in our free quiz, to ensure you promote equal opportunities within your organisation. Further resources provided.

Dec 21, 2018
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Food Preservation Methods and Guidance

Food Safety Hospitality

Food preservation methods help to extend the longevity of food. Find out what the most common methods are, and how to carry them out safely.

Dec 19, 2018
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Safeguarding Children and Adults at Risk: What is Regulated Activity?

Safeguarding Adults Safeguarding Children

Regulated activity refers to roles, involving work with children or vulnerable adults, for which you must have a DBS certificate. Our guide explains more.

Dec 17, 2018
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Permit to Work Quiz

Safety Management Site Safety

If your workplace needs to carry out certain high-risk activities, it must have a permit to work. Test your knowledge with our quick quiz here.

Dec 12, 2018
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Managing Occupational Health in Construction

Mental Health and Wellbeing Site Safety

Due to the high mortality rate in construction, managing occupational health & mental wellbeing is paramount. Find helpful tips in our guide.

Dec 10, 2018
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7 Times Christmas Health and Safety Was Taken Too Far

Safety Management

Although important, Christmas health & safety can be taken too far. We’ve collected both the funny and the sensible to make sure you enjoy the festivities.

Dec 7, 2018
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