UK Law Change Highlights Importance of Safety Training
A UK health & safety expert has warned that a new employment law update could impact companies taking a complacent approach to safety training. With the change set to take effect in 2027, many companies are being urged to act now to avoid facing complications down the line.
The Employment Rights Act 2025 will see an update which means that unfair dismissal claims can be brought against a company after just six months, down from two years. When companies who haven’t ensured a safe workplace environment by providing adequate safety training end up facing a tribunal claim against them, employees could have a legitimate reason to bolster their existing case.
Health & safety professional Andrew Wilkinson made the insightful points recently, and the comments act as a salient warning for companies who have maybe taken a more lenient view to carrying out necessary safety training. It acts as an important reminder to companies that health & safety training is a crucial part of day-to-day operations. Not only this, but it highlights how important it is to carry out this crucial training regardless of law changes.
Safety training is important, and FlexManager’s suite of Health & Safety modules are designed to help you prove your health & safety compliance, including our Injury Manager, Orientations/Inductions, and Job Hazard Analysis modules. Is your workplace up to speed on health and safety best practices? Do you need expert guidance on how best to implement support and safety training that helps ensure your company stays compliant? Book a demo with FlexManager now to discover more about our Health & Safety modules and how they can empower your business to anticipate tomorrow’s risks, today.
NISO 2026: 5 Questions for Choosing a Health & Safety Compliance Management System
Plenty of organisations make the jump from physical files and siloed information to digital transformation in a snap, only to end up with a system nobody actually uses, or one that solves one problem while creating countless others. So, with NISO 2026 in mind, and before you get as far as comparing platforms, it's worth sitting down and thinking through these five, crucial questions.
NISO 2026: Digital Safety Management System, Beyond the Buzzword
When NISO announced that this year's Annual Conference theme would be "Health and Safety in the Digital Age 2.0," it probably wasn't a surprise to anyone in the room. Every safety officer, EHS manager, and compliance lead has heard some version of this phrase for years now. But, when you dig deeper and take a long, hard look: what does it actually mean in practice, beyond the buzzword?
Workplace Fire Safety Takes Centre Stage This October
All this October, our attention will be pulled toward fire safety. The month will see two particularly important fire safety-related campaigns taking place, including Fire Prevention Week in the United States, and Fire Safety Week in Ireland. With so much emphasis on this particular hazard, it’s hoped that these campaigns will increase awareness and help reduce risk across the board. So, let’s break down what the themes are and what takeaways we can expect to be delivered.
NISO 2026: FlexManager Are Ready to Attend
It’s almost time for the 62nd NISO Annual Health and Safety Conference and Trade Exhibition. FlexManager are excited to be attending this prestigious event once again, where we’ll meet so many of the trailblazers and pioneers from the health & safety industry.
Orlando Contractor Cited for Safety Hazards that Workers Were Exposed to
A pipeline installation contractor in Florida has been cited for exposing employees to safety hazards. The action comes following a fatal incident at a worksite that took a worker’s life.
Automaker Recalls Almost 200,000 Cars Over Defect
A car maker in China has had to recall some 183,000 cars following the discovery of a defect in the cars’ brake pedal. The issue relates to potentially causing the vehicles’ brake lights staying lit up even when the brakes are not actively being used.
Environmental Permit Compliance Matters: $1M Fine Shows Why
A data centre in New Jersey has received a $1 million fine for environmental violations. The penalty was given by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP).
Construction Management Software: Three Reasons to Choose FlexManager
One of the biggest industries that uses our platform is construction. So, in this blog, we’re going to breakdown three key reasons why you need FlexManager if you’re in the construction industry.
HIQA Inspection Raises Fire Safety Concerns at Hospital
An impromptu inspection in April of this year by HIQA at an Irish hospital found fire safety concerns. The inspection was carried out by two HIQA officials at the Sacred Heart Hospital in Carlow, Ireland.
FlexManager Celebrates 15 Years in Galway Advertiser Feature
It’s always a pleasure for FlexManager to receive the support of our media friends across the county, and more widely, too. That’s why we were delighted to see our latest news published in the Galway Advertiser recently.
Crate Falling from Forklift Leaves Worker Seriously Injured
A worker in England was significantly injured after a one-tonne crate fell on him from a forklift. The injuries sustained by the worker were described as “life-changing”.
Emergency Services & Military Expo: A FlexManager Deep-Dive
This wasn’t just a trade show—it was a career fair built for serving and former members of An Garda Síochána, the Defence Forces, the National Ambulance Service, Fire Services, the Irish Coast Guard, and the Prison Service. The Athlone event on September 10th was first launched in April 2024, and the flagship edition returns to the RDS in Dublin on March 18, 2027.
