BS 99001 is a British Standard that provides requirements in addition to ISO 9001 to implement a quality management system for the built environment sector. It is gaining in popularity due to new and updated legislation in the UK including…
This mental health week, Assent is focusing on mental health in the workplace and how organisations can better support their employees. We’ve heard the phrase “work-life balance” used frequently in the last few years in reference to supporting the mental…
An eagle-eyed colleague on LinkedIn recently noticed an unexpected new version of ISO 45001 the international standard for an Occupational Health & Safety Management System. The current version is ISO 45001:2018 however a newer version, ISO 45001:2023 suddenly appeared only. …
Resilify.io has launched its new Subscription Services Hub, powered by Assent Risk Management, this innovative hub provides a comprehensive range of services to enhance compliance and efficiency for businesses. The subscription model caters to the needs of UK-based companies seeking…
At Assent, our health and safety consultants regularly audit warehouses against health and safety criteria including ISO 45001. Operating a safe warehouse environment requires a combination of well maintained equipment and safe working practices, supported by monitoring and housekeeping activities. …
Becoming ISO 45001 certified is a significant achievement for organisations that are committed to ensuring the health and safety of their employees. This internationally recognised standard sets a framework for occupational health and safety management systems. In this guide, we…
Does my Organisation need Trained Fire Marshals? Employers have a responsibility for the safety and wellbeing of your employees, and one of the key aspects of workplace safety is fire safety. Having trained fire marshals is an essential part of…
Does my Organisation need a Trained First Aider? As an employer in the UK, you have a legal obligation to ensure the health and safety of your employees. This includes having appropriate first aid provision in place and you may…
ISO 31030 is the international standard for Travel Risk Management, and while its guidelines can be implemented through a stand alone risk process, any organisation can get more benefits by integrating it with ISO 45001 for Occupational Health & Safety…
