Don't mix it
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A UK police department has launched an initiative aimed at persuading employers to take a more responsible approach to employee substance abuse. Inappropriate alcohol use accounts for 3-5% of all work absences, according to the UK Health and Safety Executive. It also has additional costs to the employer due to mistakes made when judgement is impaired. Substance-abuse presents an additional burden, yet a survey by the police department survey revealed that few firms operate a drug or alcohol policy. The initiative which is endorsed by employers' and labour organisations, adopts a welfare approach.
Publication Name: Health & Safety at Work
Subject: Human resources and labor relations
ISSN: 0141-8246
Year: 1999
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Handling problems
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Thousands of nurses in the United Kingdom injure their backs whilst lifting patients in the workplace, costing the National Health Service 52 million pounds sterling per annum. The National Audit Office recommends that nurses use lifting equipment whenever possible to avoid unnecessary injury. A wide range of equipment is available such as variable height beds and patient hoists. Equipment descriptions and injury cost details are given.
Publication Name: Health & Safety at Work
Subject: Human resources and labor relations
ISSN: 0141-8246
Year: 1997
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Destination Europe
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The health implications for workers of increased employee mobility within Europe are discussed. The varying patterns of occupational health and safety provision across Member States are described and factors limiting labor mobility are examined.
Publication Name: Health & Safety at Work
Subject: Human resources and labor relations
ISSN: 0141-8246
Year: 2001
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