RoSPA

🪜When buying garden equipment, cutting corners on safety isn’t worth the risk. Don't be tempted by bargains on online marketplaces, they could be coming from overseas and may not meet UK safety standards.

Before you buy:
- Research the product thoroughly and read customer reviews
- Look for a CE or UKCA mark to show its been tested to British safety standards
- Check the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) website for recalls and safety alerts.

For more garden safety advice see RoSPA's website https://ow.ly/UXuB50Z87VI

The recent rise in drowning deaths, particularly among children and young people, is a tragic reminder that water safety must remain a national priority.

We welcome the Prime Minister's support of the DailyMirror's 'Save Lives for Sam' campaign, which is calling for greater action to prevent drowning and improve water safety awareness.

The campaign highlights the urgent need for better education, stronger safety measures around high-risk water sites, and increased public awareness ahead of the summer months.

Every drowning is one too many. Together we can work to end these tragedies.

Starmer backs Mirror campaign on water safety after 'deeply concerning' deaths Prime Minister Keir Starmer said it was 'hard to imagine' how parents must feel after losing their children in horror tragedies in the water during the recent heatwave

Did you know in-company training helps teams learn together, reduce costs and apply real-world skills fast?
Here are 3 reasons organisations are choosing in-company training:
1️⃣ Can be tailored to your risks and workplace
2️⃣ Delivered on your schedule
3️⃣ Improved team alignment
👉 Find options for your organisation, from Safety Representatives and Accident Investigation to NEBOSH and IOSH training: https://www.rospa.com/health-and-safety-courses/in-company-training

In 2025, RoSPA carried out an Inland Water Safety Review of 28 bodies of water for Bury Council’s Parks and Countryside service, including streams, ponds and lakes.
The review provided a structured assessment of site-specific risks, alongside clear and proportionate recommendations to support ongoing management, inspection and maintenance.
It also highlighted the value of water safety policy, community engagement and education in helping local authorities take a practical, long-term approach to public safety.
Read more about the review and Bury Council’s experience here: 👉https://www.rospa.com/health-and-safety-news/reviewing-water-safety-in-bury

HR & Payroll Administrator
Looking for a flexible role where your work supports a life-saving mission?

We’re looking for a detail-oriented HR & Payroll Administrator, based in Birmingham (hybrid working), to support day-to-day HR operations and payroll processes.
Learn more and apply here 👉: https://candidate.rospacareers.com/315663FAC

Join us and make a real difference while developing your career.

📄 New free resource!

RoSPA's new webpage and downloadable checklist can help you understand garden hazards and reduce the risk of accidents.

Explore the full guidance and help create a safer home and garden: https://ow.ly/srqe50Z87Gk

Associate Fleet Trainers – Opportunities across the UK
RoSPA’s Training Academy is looking for experienced Fleet Trainers to join us on an Associate basis. You’ll deliver fleet training courses to UK and international clients, helping organisations improve road safety and reduce risk.

Hybrid (home-based) with delivery across West Midlands, South & London
Candidates must hold an in-date ADI, Fleet badge, and RoSPA Advanced Test at ‘Gold’ standard (or equivalent).
Apply: 👉 https://candidate.rospacareers.com/232051FAC

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Thanks for joining our Safety Reps webinar, in partnership with Croner and Caroline Raine, this morning.

One theme that really stood out is how consulting employees on health and safety is more than a regulatory requirement - it’s a cornerstone of strong organisational safety culture.
In this short case study Scottish Autism did exactly that, by investing in practical Safety Representatives training 👉Read the article: https://www.rospa.com/health-and-safety-news/connecting-frontline-voices-to-safety-systems

Through RoSPA’s one-day Safety Reps course, their team began to build clearer roles, stronger communication routes, and greater day-to-day engagement with safety systems.

If you’re looking to build more confident safety representatives and strengthen engagement across your organisation, this approach offers a practical place to start. To find out about Safety Reps training: click this link here https://www.rospa.com/shop/health-and-safety-courses/roles-and-responsibilities/safety-representatives

Final call!

There's still time to register for today’s webinar, in partnership with Croner:
Safety Representatives: Role, legislation and responsibilities

Join us at 10am to explore:
✔ The different types of safety representatives and how they are appointed
✔ Key legislation including the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, SRSCR and HSCER
✔ The four core functions of safety representatives
✔ Statutory rights
✔ Employer consultation duties and legal obligations
✔ How effective safety representation improves workplace safety and wellbeing