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Organisations that prioritise road safety and invest in training demonstrate a commitment to both employee wellbeing and public safety.

The RoSPA Level 2 Award in Defensive Driving is a carefully designed qualification that empowers individuals to navigate the roads with increased safety and confidence. Aimed at those who drive as part of their work responsibilities, this course offers a comprehensive understanding of road risks, defensive driving techniques and strategies to cultivate a positive driving attitude.

Learn more about how this qualification can help raise driving standards at your organisation:https://www.rospa.com/health-and-safety-qualifications/health-and-safety-qualification-courses/rospa-level-2-award-in-defensive-driving

Most accidents happen at home - and can have serious consequences. Brian spoke about his lawnmower accident in the Daily Mail and you can also read our advice about to keep yourself safe from some common household dangers.

Find out more: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/property/article-14671691/I-lost-two-TOES-mowing-lawn-heres-avoid-accidents-home.html

RoSPA’s Head of Policy and Membership, Adrian Simpson, will be on a panel at the upcoming IOSH panel discussion on "Protecting Gig Workers in the Age of AI" at the Houses of Parliament on May 7th. This event will convene a distinguished group of experts, and Members of Parliament to address the critical issues faced by gig workers in the digital economy.

The gig economy offers flexibility and new opportunities, but it also presents unique challenges for worker safety and fairness. RoSPA's call for National Accident Prevention Strategy emphasises the need for robust safety standards and protections for gig workers.

Explore what will be discussed here: https://www.rospa.com/getdoc/ab9567ec-4ca7-49dd-a8ee-8dfbadeb4c57/naps-report

In a powerful and timely article, Debbie Clueit, RoSPA’s Qualifications Portfolio Manager, confronts the widespread misconception that adult social care work is “low-skilled.” Published in a leading industry magazine, the piece explores the urgent need to recognise, respect, and properly equip the UK’s adult social care workforce.

Learn more: https://www.caremanagementmatters.co.uk/feature/upskilling-the-sectors-workforce/

RoSPA's CEO, Becky Hickman, joins Christian Harris on the Safety & Risk Success podcast to challenge the idea that accidents "just happen" — and make the case for whole life safety.

Expect insight, evidence, and a powerful call to raise the bar on safety culture.

Listen here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/accidents-arent-inevitable-changing-the-safety/id1521150061?i=1000705790561

Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-A6vycFO5h8

Our kitchen safety advice page is part of the Kitchen Safety Project, an initiative brought to you by RoSPA and Fairy Non Bio.

The kitchen, often called the heart of the home, is also a hotspot for potential hazards, particularly for young children. Explore our new webpage to learn how parents can help create a safe and secure kitchen environment for their little ones: https://www.rospa.com/policy/home-safety/advice/kitchen-safety

In the UK, there are currently more people in employment with a long-term health condition than there are receiving sickness benefits because of their health condition.

Becky Spencer looks at the Government’s latest plans to keep those with a long-term health condition in employment and explains what employers can do to support and retain staff.

Learn more: https://www.rospa.com/news-and-views/keeping-staff-with-chronic-health-conditions

Meet the ambassadors...⭐

For over half a century, the RoSPA Health and Safety Awards has been leading the way in acknowledging the highest standards attained in health and safety. With the 2025 awards on the horizon, we met the latest recruits to our network of Awards Ambassadors.

Learn more: https://www.rospa.com/case-studies/awards-ambassadors