The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA)

We're excited to share our latest impact report, detailing the significant achievements and activities over the past financial year. During 2023-24, our collective efforts have not only sustained our momentum but propelled us to new heights, making significant strides in increasing our influence both in the UK and across the globe. Learn more about our key milestones and meet some of our incredible colleagues in this year’s annual review: https://lnkd.in/e5rA-mbN #annualreview #safety #healthandsafety

Did you know high-strength magnets can be found in many unsuspecting items around your home? They pose a significant risk to very young children and teenagers - they can kill or lead to serious life-changing injuries if they are swallowed or inhaled - which is why we're asking parents, carers, and families to be well-informed, vigilant and follow these top 4 tips: 1️⃣ Keep magnets out of reach 2️⃣ Educate your children 3️⃣ Inspect toys regularly 4️⃣ Be vigilant with household items Learn more about magnet safety and how you can prevent accidents at home: https://lnkd.in/demET9W2 #magnetsafety #homesafety #accidentprevention

I am excited to announce that I will be joining the team The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) on 9th September as Financial Accountant.

If your holiday accommodation has any fuel-burning appliances, it should be equipped with CO alarms. But when you’re packing your sun lotion and beach towel, make space in your luggage for a CO alarm too. Get in the know about CO this summer - visit our FREE advice hub: https://lnkd.in/env7p3Wv #COintheKnow #carbonmonoxide #

All safety campaigns seek to persuade people to adopt different behaviours to keep them and others from harm. Over recent years many communications practitioners have turned to psychological theories of persuasion to achieve this aim. So, how can using psychological theories of persuasion make safety campaigns more effective? Learn more in our article 'Changing hearts and minds': https://lnkd.in/eYuZQp-d #safety #news #psychology

The use of digital navigation devices is becoming more common, with around 76 per cent of drivers using sat navs for their journeys. A well-used digital navigation system can help drivers plan routes and prevent drivers from making last-minute lane changes or hesitating because they are not sure of the directions. However, a badly used sat nav can cause a distraction and increase the risk of a collision. Download and share our free sat nav factsheet with your employees, for top tips and guidance on the use of speed enforcement warning devices and apps: https://lnkd.in/eMXYzAD6 #roadsafety #safety #driversafety #satnav

Applications close September 1, 2024! Building on the incredible success of the previous Women in Safety Mentor Training course, we are thrilled to be running two additional Women in Safety Mentor Training courses this September! Developed as part of the L’Oréal, RoSPA, and Nike Women in Safety Leadership Programme, in association with Leaderlike Limited, this world-class, one-day virtual course is designed to inspire, motivate, and equip a new generation of female mentors with the skills and confidence to lead others effectively. We are currently inviting applications from health and safety professionals who are passionate about mentoring and advancing women in the field of safety and have the capacity and ability to commit as a mentor. To find out more and to apply, visit: https://lnkd.in/eDdq8Ezi #womeninsafety #healthandsafety #freecourse #mentoring #training #safety L'Oréal Nike

Celebrating Safety Excellence: Two Consecutive Gold Awards! 🏆 We are delighted to share that Cafu Petroleum has once again been honored with the prestigious RoSPA Gold Award for Fleet Safety, which marks our second consecutive win! This recognition highlights our unwavering commitment to safety, not just as a priority but as a fundamental value that guides everything we do. Managing a fleet of over 500 assets across the UAE and delivering tens of thousands of safe deliveries each day is both challenging and immensely rewarding. Ensuring the safety of the public and our assets demands relentless effort, meticulous planning, and the dedication of our entire team. This Gold Award from RoSPA is a testament to our success in upholding the highest safety standards. This is not our first recognition of fleet safety. Earlier this year, we were proud to receive the Excellence Award in Fleet Safety from Fleet and Truck Middle East. These accolades from esteemed international benchmarking bodies reaffirm that our safety systems are robust and set the industry standard. We extend our heartfelt thanks to our incredible team for their hard work and to all our partners for their unwavering support. Together, we are making significant strides in ensuring safety across all our operations. Here’s to continuing our journey of excellence and raising the bar even higher in the future! #SafetyFirst #FleetSafety #CafuPetroleum #RoSPA #AwardWinning #ExcellenceInSafety #ProudMoment #TeamWork

We know that life’s busy, but it doesn’t take long to walk around your home to check your blinds are safe. Remember, if you have blinds installed in your home, you should check them to make sure that there are no looped cords that a child can put around their neck. Whether you already have blinds in or your home, or you're looking to install some, here is our top advice on how to keep little ones safe from the dangers of blind cords: https://lnkd.in/eSFvKeh6 #BlindCordSafety #homesafety #accidentprevention #safety

The National Water Safety Forum (NWSF) is seeking a new Independent Coordinating Group Chair. As Chair, you'll collaborate with key organisations, including the RNLI, RoSPA, RLSS UK, National Fire Chiefs Council and the Maritime and Coastguard Agency, guiding the forum through an exciting period of change as they develop a new UK Drowning Prevention Strategy. If you’re passionate about water safety and have the drive to reduce water-related deaths across the UK, we want to hear from you! Find out more and apply: https://lnkd.in/eqhfTXds #watersafety RNLI Royal Life Saving Society UK - RLSS UK National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) Maritime and Coastguard Agency Carlene McAvoy