Health & Safety Matters Podcast
Health and Safety Matters is the UK’s leading B2B publication covering health and safety. Every fortnight the HSM editorial team will analyse the latest news as well as interviewing guests who will talk about the latest industry trends and to help share best practice. You can also see breaking daily news at www.hsmsearch.com The HSM Podcast is sponsored by The Health & Safety Event, which takes place at NEC Birmingham on 30 April - 2 May 2024. For more information or to register to attend for free visit https://www.healthandsafetyevent.com
Episodes
In this episode, host Mark Sennett sits down with Blackline Safety's Simon Rich and they discuss the future of Connected Safety.
Mark also covers the news, which includes the HSE publishing the latest annual workplace fatality figures for 2025/26, BOSH appointing a new president, the British Safety Industry Federation relaunching the Clean Air, Take Care campaign and also news on the BSIF Duty Holder membership scheme.
Mark a...
In this episode, host Mark Sennett sits down with EcoOnline's David Picton. They discuss how risks have evolved since the introduction of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 was introduced and if it is still fit for purpose. They also chat about how"safe choices” have changed in a tech-driven world.
Mark also covers all the latest industry news including how the UK has recorded 8 million mental health sick days in 2026, ...
In this episode, host Mark Sennett sits down with Dräger Safety Division Head of Marketing Adam Pope. Adam discusses the way we use technology and how companies are approaching their acquisition of safety equipment.
Mark also covers all the latest industry news including a new campaign from Arco highlight the growing threat of ‘silent killer’ silicosis to workers across the UK. Mark also discusses a recent rise in Legio...
In this episode, host Mark Sennett sits down with NEBOSH Chief Strategy and Governance Officer Laura Wise to discuss the NEBOSH Social Purpose Programme.
Mark also covers all the latest industry news including IOSH warning against losing focus on building safety, burnout issues highlight urgent need for action, guidance to protect workers from climate-related risks, 8,000 people a day die in accidents worldwide. Mark also discusses...
In this episode, host Mark Sennett sits down with HSI CEO Jose Arcilla to discuss the strategic vision behind HSI's EMEA health and safety focus and also AI's role in workplace safety.
Mark also covers all the latest industry news including the recently published HSE figures on UK workplace fatalities, the new IOSH president-elect sets sights on profession ‘fit for future’, how new research highlights lack of drink-driv...
In this episode, host Mark Sennett sits down with the new BSIF CEO John Hooker who explains what he will bring to the role and the challenges he sees ahead for the health and safety sector and the BSIF.
Mark also covers all the latest industry news including the recently published HSE figures on UK workplace fatalities, how ACAS is helping resolve a record number of workplace disputes, a new campaign tackling the widespread confusi...
In this episode, host Mark Sennett sits down with BSIF CEO Alan Murray who reveals that SATRA CEO John Hooker is set to take over as his replacement at the Federation. Alan gives an insight into the recruitment process, looks back on his tenure as CEO and looks ahead for what is an exciting period for BSIF.
Mark also covers all the latest industry news including BSIF issuing an urgent warning to those responsible for procuring pers...
On this episode host Mark Sennett chats with Cromwell's Peter Smart about all things PPE.
Mark also covers the latest industry news including BSIF urges businesses to review PPE stock, IOSH calls for Government action to protect gig workers. He also shares his thoughts on the demise of Anticipate London/Safety & Health Expo and the Safety and Health Practitioner.
In this episode, Mark Sennett looks at all the latest health and safety industry news. Including how new research has highlighted gaps in Building Safety Act knowledge, the British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF) is urging buyers and wearers of PPE to review their PPE stock and replace old and damaged items after a member survey showed outdated and poorly maintained personal protective equipment (PPE) is in use across UK workplac...
In this episode, Mark Sennett sits down with What Else Events managing director Tim Else and hears all about Safety, Health and Wellbeing Live, which takes place on 2-3 October 2024 at Farnborough International. Tim shares with us some exiting new features of the show including a dedicated content stream from the Health and Safety Executive, he details some of the 40+ hours of CPD content on offer across the seminar theatres and pr...
In this episode, Mark Sennett sits down with NEBOSH CEO Andy Shenstone to discuss details of the new NEBOSH strategy.
Mark also covers the latest news in the OSH sector including stories on Employers failing to protect its drivers, No Falls Week and also the findings of RS' 2024 Health & Safety report Striving for Excellence.
In this episode, Mark Sennett sits down with Intelex's Trevor Bronson and discusses what’s changed in health and safety over the last five years, what should be the focus of OSH professionals leaders moving forwards and also the impact of technology on the world of health and safety.
Mark also covers the latest industry news, which includes the BSIF identifying a number of non-compliant PPE products in recent tests it has con...
In episode 37, host Mark Sennett chats with Martor UK's Tom Turner about the importance of using suitable safety knives. He also explains how much of an impact safety knives have across UK business and the impacts of workers getting cut injuries using unsafe equipment.
Mark also covers the latest industry news including the launch of No Falls Week, the first female CEO of RoSPA, and new research that reveals almost 1 in 3 employees...
In Episode 36, host Mark Sennett sits down with David Bishop, the event director of the Health and Safety Event, who explains why the event is now a must-attend for any OSH professional.
Mark also covers all the latest industry news including Non-registered PPE providers failing BSIF tests, a new report shows poor mental health is having a damaging effect across the UK, news of BSIF Alan Murray announcing his retirement and much mo...
In this episode, host Mark Sennett sits down with BSIF CEO Alan Murray to discuss the newly formed Occupational Safety & Health Stakeholder Alliance. Alan explains why it has been set up, who is involved and what are the Alliance's objectives.
Mark then covers all the latest news including early findings from HSE’s Dust Kills campaign, frontline workers face monthly operational issues and the new IOSH President Elect outl...
In this episode, host Mark Sennett chat with 3M's George Elliott about how has the pandemic affected the respiratory industry in the UK and the importance of only using safe and compliant RPE.
Mark also covers the latest news in the sector, which includes the Indefinite extension for the use of CE marking, £14million fine following the fatal Croydon tram crash and the shock findings of a BOHS report into women's health in the workp...
In this episode, Mark Sennett chats with Intelex Vice President, Global Practice Leader - Safety and Health Scott Gaddis about ways to measure safety engagement, ways to improve safety culture and much more.
Mark also takes a look at the latest industry news the latest UK workplace fatalities statistics, which have been published by the Health and Safety Executive.
Also, Mark talks about NEBOSH appointing a new chair, the formation...
In this episode, Mark Sennett chats with RS Safety Solutions Senior Director Ryan Plummer about all things PPE and the importance of selecting quality PPE products.
Mark also takes a look at the latest industry news including The British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF) warning those in charge of PPE and safety product procurement to be vigilant about substandard products, as its latest non-member product tests highlight the avail...
In this episode, Mark Sennett chats with Dräger Safety UK Head of Safety Marketing David Head about the need for safety to be a key consideration in the UK’s energy transition, connected and digital safety and also what plans Dräger has for 2023 and beyond.
Mark also takes a look at the latest industry news including The British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF) warning those in charge of PPE and safety product procurement to...
In this episode, Mark Sennett chat with RS Safety Solutions Group Sales Director Rob Russell about the Protect What Matters Survey, which asks how have attitudes changed towards health and safety in your company? Are you optimistic for the future, or are there warning signs on the horizon?
Mark also takes a look at the latest industry news including the new impacts of the new Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, NEBOSH app...
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