Monthly Archives: October 2009

Discounts bring bundles of joy to homeworkers

Our recent highly popular series of Homeworker Awareness Seminars created massive interest in our homeworker product ‘bundles’. As a result, we have decided to offer a number of these specialist packages at hugely discounted prices for a limited period. All … Continue reading

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MediRite urges businesses to maintain swine flu defences

British businesses are being urged to maintain their defences against swine flu even though the mass vaccination programme has now started. They may not be able to prevent a second wave of the virus sweeping across the country this autumn … Continue reading

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WorkRite is quick off the mark with new-look First Aid at Work training courses

WorkRite, Posturite’s specialist e-learning and training solutions division, has become one of the first companies in the country to hold new-generation First Aid at Work training courses. From the beginning of October, the HSE-approved training has been reduced from four … Continue reading

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How to ensure a dyslexia-friendly workplace

As many as one in 10 people in the UK workforce have dyslexia, a neurological disorder affecting a person’s reading, writing and spelling skills. However many companies are still unsure how best to recognise and support dyslexic employees. Dr Andi … Continue reading

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How to avoid the health & safety pitfalls of home working

Most people recognise that home working has big benefits. It allows companies to cut costs and boost productivity. And it offers employees a more flexible, family-friendly way of working.
No wonder, then, that in these troubled economic times, more and more businesses are looking to ditch expensive office space in favour of setting up workstations in people’s homes.
However, before embarking on a remote working policy, both employers and employees will need to address some important issues, particularly in relation to health and safety. Ian Fletcher-Price looks at some of the pitfalls that need to be avoided.
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