Out of sight should not mean out of mind…

While surface cleaning is of great importance, operators must not forget those tucked-away areas that still require attention.
Chefs warned of dangers of unclean grease extract systems

Chefs have been warned about the dangers associated with not cleaning grease extract systems. Indepth Hygiene Services has raised the issue after a spate of kitchen fires in recent weeks, most notably at Jamie Oliver’s Barbecoa restaurant where part of the ducting in the restaurant’s extraction system caught light. It reports that on average, one […]
Environmental accreditation

BS EN ISO 14001:2004 focuses on the environmental aspects of an organisation’s activities.
Firecrews tackle blaze after blast

Five fire engines and a total of 25 firefighters were needed to deal with a “severe” blaze in a Birmingham city centre cafe following an explosion.
Faulty air con behind hotel fire

A blaze at a hotel in the centre of Cambridge that required the attendance of 11 fire crews was most likely caused by a faulty air conditioning unit, it has been reported.
DEC reminder for building managers

Building managers are being urged to comply with new Display Energy Certificate (DEC) regulation or risk facing a fine.
Workplace injury rules change

New rules for the reporting of workplace injuries have come into effect this week.
Firms hit by rising worker costs

Businesses paid more on average for office space per employee in 2012 than in any of the last five years, new research shows.
Good hygiene is good for business

Customers are becoming increasingly aware of food hygiene standards, and food businesses are being encouraged to do more to promote their ratings in order to win trade.
Changes to accident reporting laws

New rules on reporting accidents and injuries in the workplace come into effect on Tuesday (October 1st).