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Occupational health: Protecting long-term lung health
Practical guidance for protecting workers from chronic lung conditions through proven control measures, covering respiratory hazards, legal duty of care, and occupational health programmes.
What's inside this guide
This Opus Safety whitepaper offers practical guidance for protecting workers from chronic lung conditions through proven control measures. Topics include:
- Recognising common respiratory hazards
- Understanding legal duty of care obligations
- Preventing exposure to harmful substances
- Maximising protective equipment effectiveness
- Implementing cost-effective occupational health programmes
- Health surveillance and workplace risk management
Health & safety insights
Guidance, updates and practical advice for your sector.
On the Radar: Local Authority Enforcement Priorities (2026–2029)
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HSE prosecutions: The cost of poor compliance
Four recent HSE prosecutions - occupational asthma, severed fingers, a lost leg and a fall from height - and the basic controls that would have prevented each.
The RIDDOR public consultation: What it means for you
The HSE's 2026 RIDDOR consultation proposes five reforms to incident reporting. What the changes mean for duty holders, and what to do before it closes on 30 June.
How to Report Health and Safety Incidents Involving Employees Under RIDDOR
How to Report Health and Safety Concerns under RIDDOR, including reportable incidents, key deadlines and compliant recordkeeping.
Do You Need an Asbestos Survey for Your Workplace?
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Workplace Noise Assessments: Protecting Your Employees
Workplace noise assessments help protect employees, meet UK legal duties, and prevent noise-induced hearing loss. Book expert support.
Martyn's Law: Navigating the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025
A practical guide to Martyn's Law - who it applies to, the standard and enhanced tiers, your core duties, and what businesses should do now to prepare.
Employer Health and Safety Responsibilities: Manual Handling Guide
Employer manual handling guide covering UK legal duties, risk assessments, MSD prevention, TILE controls and safety training.
What is Health and Safety Legislation? A Guide for UK SMEs
Understand UK health and safety legislation, including HSWA, risk assessments, RIDDOR and key regulations to keep your business compliant.
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