Posts by Jo@story22.co.uk
Are your Fire Safety Records Lulling you into a False Sense of Security?
Being up to date on paper doesn’t always mean being protected in practice. If you’re relying on tick-box checks, pre-filled logbooks, or third-party contractors without full visibility of what’s actually being done, it might be time for a fresh pair of eyes. Because while at first glance, everything looks fine – there’s a sticker on…
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Is your Business Fire Inspection-Ready? Here’s what Inspectors Actually look for
No one enjoys a surprise inspection. But when it comes to fire safety, waiting until someone knocks on the door is a risky game. Across Ireland, inspectors are becoming more proactive – particularly when it comes to workplace fire safety. The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) has made it clear compliance isn’t just a formality,…
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More than Just a Uniform: How Workwear Impacts Safety Culture from the Ground up
You can tell a lot about a company by the kit its team wears. When staff are handed uncomfortable, badly fitting, or poor-quality gear, it sends a clear message – and not a good one. It tells them their safety is a box to tick, that cost matters more than comfort and that cutting corners is part of…
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The Hidden Cost of Cheap Workwear: Why Cutting Corners Could be Costing you More Than you Think
At first glance, the cheapest option often seems like the smartest one. You bulk order workwear that ticks the compliance box and keep the finance team happy with low upfront costs. But six months later the story looks a little different. You’re fielding complaints about trousers splitting mid-shift, reordering gloves that wear through after a week, and dealing with the fallout from faulty boots…
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Not all Fire Extinguishers are Created Equal: How to Choose Safer, Smarter, Foam-Free Protection
When most people picture a fire extinguisher, they think red canister, white label, job done. But if your business still relies on traditional foam extinguishers – especially those containing PFAS – that surface-level assumption could be putting your site at risk. In Ireland and across the EU, firefighting foam is under growing scrutiny due to…
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