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Furniture Fire Safety: Some Shocking Revelations By : Jon Butt A look at how some furniture that is being shipped into the UK from Polish factories, is illegally displaying the necessary statutory safety labels. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety Order) 2005: Taking The Necessary Action By : Jon Butt In light of new fire safety legislation, a look at how you can avoid being caught out with a big fine for failing to comply. How Fire Safe Is Your Place Of Work? By : Jon Butt Considering the amount of time that I spend within my office environment, it concerned me that nobody seemed to spare any thought for the fire safety around me and my colleagues. The Fire Risk Assessment; Legally Required And Essential For Your Business By : Thomas Pretty Advice to business managers and owners on how to conduct a fire risk assessment, what is involved and why it is important to undertake the process regularly. Why Managers Are Legally And Morally Obliged To Deliver Fire Safety Training To Staff By : Thomas Pretty Advice to business managers why they should enact fire safety training programmes for staff members, to ensure a safe working environment. Don't Let Ignored ERM, Uncertainty, or Liquidity Risks Sink Your Company By : gary Patterson Just think where Bear Sterns could have been today if only they had faced their risks honestly and squarely. Thought leaders warned a decade ago about risks like the hot potato syndrome of the financial markets and our country's appetite for debt. This article issues a similar warning today: Do not let your risk situation threaten the foundation of your company. UCC Filing Requires Perfection for the UCC Redemption Process - Tips For Filing A UCC1 Form By : Christine Harrell Filing a UCC1 form can be tricky business and requires nothing short of perfection or it can end up being filed wrong, thus ineffective, and that is the very last thing anyone would ever want go wrong! This doesn't mean it is impossible. The Fire Risk Assessment; Crucial In Protecting Human Life And Business Operations By : Thomas Pretty A look at why it is demanded by law to have a regular fire risk assessment and what is involved in the process. Fire Extinguisher Training And Your Business By : Thomas Pretty A look at the importance of fire extinguisher training, understanding the different types of extinguishers and how this is a vital undertaking in the world of business. The Benefits of Email Compliance in a Business By : Jesmond Darmanin Learn why businesses need email archiving to comply with email compliance and eDiscovery requirements, and how email archiving should be implemented. Why Training Is Now A Necessity For Those Using A Scissor Lift By : Thomas Pretty A look at the Work at Height Regulations 2005 and why now it is essential that all those using a scissor lift have had suitable training. Fire Safety Training; A Business, Legal And Moral Obligation By : Thomas Pretty A look at the responsibility of business owners and managers to ensure their staff members are provided with an adequate level of fire safety training. Business Owners; Recognise The Importance Of Fire Extinguisher Training By : Thomas Pretty A look at how business owners have a legal and moral obligation to ensure their staff members have had adequate training to use fire extinguishers effectively. PASMA Training; An Essential Concern When Working At Height By : Thomas Pretty A look at the work of PASMA and how they have helped to improve safety standards for those who use access equipment. Fire Risk Assessment; Ensuring The Safety Of Staff By : Thomas Pretty A look at the legal necessity for a fire risk assessment and how it can improve the safety of workers and other persons. Fire Safety Signs and What You Need to Know By : Alex Stacey Safety signs are by and large warnings of an environmental nature. Not all companies are aware that safety signs are a requirement to maintain health and safety in the workplace. Why Ladder Training Is Vital By : Thomas Pretty A look at the legal responsibilities of those working on ladders and the training courses that can help workers understand their obligations while giving information on safe ladder usage. Biofuel for Everyone: Will It Solve the Energy Crisis? By : gary Patterson The green movement is developing alternative renewable energy sources that are defining new markets. One of them is biofuel. Industries will soon be affected positively or negatively by this emerging energy resource depending on where they fall in the supply chain. The author warns: Business must prepare for a greener business environment as a result of mounting public pressure to go green. Why Training Of Fire Safety Procedures Should Be Important To All Businesses By : Thomas Pretty A look at the importance of fire safety training and why businesses have a legal and moral obligation to do so. Biomass as an Alternative Fuel: Are You Prepared? By : gary Patterson The green movement is promoting new sources of renewable energy that are creating new markets. One of them is biomass. Industries will soon be affected, positively or negatively, by this alternative source of energy. The author warns: Business must prepare for a changing, greener business environment that will result with winners and losers. Do you want to be a winner? Biodiesel: The Pros and Cons By : gary Patterson The green movement is developing new technologies that may create new markets. One of them is biodiesel. Industries will soon be affected positively or negatively by this emerging technology depending on where they fall in the supply chain. The author warns: Companies must prepare for the changing business environment that will result with the proliferation of green technology. Be a winner! Fire Safety and Building Evacuations By : Alex Stacey Learn the correct fire safety and building evacuation procedures that should be practised regularly to help save lives. Fire Safety Procedures Save Lives By : Alex Stacey Fire safety is something that should not be overlooked and as a business you have a responsibility to ensure that all employees are safe and aware of the risks. A Short Guide on How to Make Your Business Safe from Fire By : Alex Stacey Keeping your business safe can be an easy and not at all expensive. Fire risks are evident it all types of businesses and should not be overlooked. Keep safe, identify the risks and make your business safe. Who is Responsible for Fire Safety? By : Alex Stacey If you are operating a small business, one of your biggest safety concerns is probably a fire. Fire safety precautions are easy to implement and should not be overlooked. Laws have changed over the last 5 years, make sure you are up to date with the new guidelines. Do You Know What Fire Extinguisher to Use? By : Alex Stacey Many of us are responsible for fire safety but do not know how to use the fire safety equipment. Fire Extinguishers are one of the most common fire safety equipment types found in a business environment. No matter how small or large your company, fire safety training can save lives. The Plans For Water Meters In The UK By : Thomas Pretty A look at government water policies in the UK and why meters will most probably in all homes in coming years. Abrasive Wheel Training; A Vital Responsibility For Employers By : Thomas Pretty Advice to business owners concerning the importance of employee training for those using abrasive wheel equipment. The Need For A Fire Risk Assessment In All Sectors Of Business By : Thomas Pretty A look at the government legislation concerning the fire risk assessment process and why it is vital for all businesses to undertake one. The Need For Fire Safety Training In Businesses By : Thomas Pretty A look at government legislation pertaining to fire safety and how it attempts to ensure the safety of all staff members across the country Why Scissor Lift Training Is Essential By : Thomas Pretty A look at the legal necessity for scissor lift training, what courses include and how they have made the working environment safer for many workers. Fire Training; An Essential Managerial Responsibility By : Thomas Pretty A look at the legal necessity for adequate staff fire training and how managers must ensure their staff have suitable knowledge to ensure their own safety. What Effects Will Home Information Packs Have? By : Thomas Pretty A look at the legislation concerning home information packs and the proposed effects of these HIPs to the property exchange process. Emissions Trading: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly By : gary Patterson The green movement is full of buzzwords. One of the more popular ones is emissions trading. For good reason. Businesses will soon be affected by this indirect tax depending on where they fall in the supply chain. The author highlights the more controversial carbon tax policies that have been floated, and he issues a warning: Prepare for the changing business environment that is upon us. Renewable Energy: The Good, the Bad, and the So-So By : gary Patterson The green movement is full of buzzwords. One of the more popular and politically correct buzzwords is renewable energy. Industries, both traditional and emerging, will soon be affected by the pending reality of renewable energy. The author urges business to: prepare for the changing business environment that will result when renewable energy takes hold. For there will be winners and losers! Intelligent Green Software: Consumers Take Control! By : gary Patterson The green movement is developing new technologies that will create new markets. One of them is intelligent green software. Industries will soon be affected positively or negatively by this emerging technology depending on where they fall in the supply chain. The author warns: Companies must prepare for the changing business environment that will result with the proliferation of green software. Smart Green Grid Software Meets the Not-So-Smart Modern Electric Grid By : gary Patterson The green movement is producing new opportunities. One sleeper is green grid software. Industries will soon be affected positively or negatively by this technology depending on where they fall in the supply chain and the application of variable energy pricing. The author warns: Companies must prepare for the changing business environment that will result with the adoption of green software. TIC: Qualified Intermediaries Will Complete Required Legal Formalities With Regard To 1031 Exchange By : Kathryn Landry TIC: Qualified Intermediaries are usually referred to as 1031 Exchange Accommodators by anyone engaged in real estate business and some even call them the 1031 Exchange Facilitator whose main functions are to complete the required legal documents so that all applicable laws as well as regulations and even rulings are complied with. Why Training Is Needed To Use Fire Extinguishers Effectively By : Thomas Pretty A look at the different types of fire extinguisher and why training should be undertaken so staff members know how to use them effectively. How PASMA Have Worked Towards A Safer Working World By : Thomas Pretty A look at the work of PASMA and how training modules have worked with government legislation to ensure the safety of those working with scaffolding. IPAF; Ensuring The Safety Of Those Working At Height By : Thomas Pretty A look at how IPAF work with governments to produce training schedules that will increase the safety of those working on powered access machinery. What Is Involved In A Fire Risk Assessment? By : Thomas Pretty A look at the legal necessity for a fire risk assessment and how the process is conducted. How Training Can Help Ensure The Safety Of Staff Members By : Thomas Pretty A look at the legal regulations concerned with fire safety and the need for staff training fro emergency situations. Be Forewarned: The Carbon Tax Is Coming and It Doesn't Look Good By : gary Patterson The green movement is full of buzzwords. One that stands out is a "carbon tax". For good reason. Business will soon be affected by this tax depending on where it falls in the supply chain. The author highlights the more controversial carbon tax policies that have been floated, and he issues a warning: Business must fend for itself because congressional leadership is sorely lacking in this area. The Responsibilities Of A Fire Warden During An Evacuation By : Thomas Pretty A look at the predefined duties of a fire warden set out in an effective training process to ensure the safety of either members of staff or residents. The Legal Necessity For Abrasive Wheel Training By : Thomas Pretty Advice to employers on how to ensure their workforce has had suitable training to use abrasive wheel equipment. Driving Advice For Those Using A Hire Car In Romania By : Thomas Pretty Advice to travellers on the rules of the road in Romania and how to drive safely during your stay. Almost Ten Fire Safety Tips For Businesses By : Thomas Pretty A look at some legislation on fire safety and how businesses can prevent fires from breaking out in their premises and ensure the safe evacuation of staff members. Enterprise Risk Management: No Company Is Spared By : gary Patterson A convincing case for why all companies (private companies and nonprofits alike) need to become more concerned about developing an Enterprise Risk Management program. This is a strategy shift for many of these organizations, which up until this point thought Sarbanes Oxley (sometimes affectionately known as Sarbox) applied only to public companies, and big ones at that. Water Meters; Coming To A Street Near You By : Thomas Pretty A look at government initiatives to increase the use of water meters and to overhaul the way we use this resource, and how it is priced. Business Ethics: Five Things You Need to Know By : Sally Rhys Learn about five common issues in business ethics and avoid an ethical misstep. Business Ethics: Three Tips to Stay in Integrity with Yourself By : Sally Rhys With all the ethical misdeeds abounding in the world today, here are three simple things you can do to toe the ethical line. Why Managers Must Adhere To IPAF Recommendations By : Thomas Pretty A look at legal responsibilities of boom lift operators and their managers as well as IPAF, the regulating body for the industry. Why Your Business Needs A Fire Safety Consultant By : Thomas Pretty A look at the work of fire safety consultancy services and how they can help your business comply with the law. Fight Back By Using The Lemon Laws By : Bruce Lipski If you have had trouble with your purchase on multiple occasions, don't let your mechanic or manufacturer try to talk you out of what may be your legal rights. Why An Effective Fire Safety Strategy Is Vital For Your Business By : Thomas Pretty A look at the legal responsibilities of managers as business owners to ensure the safety of their workers in the event of fire. The Process Of A Fire Risk Assessment By : Thomas Pretty A look at the legally defined actions of fire risk assessors and how an assessment has to take many factors into account. How PASMA Has Helped Regulatory Compliance By : Thomas Pretty A look at how the PASMA body has ensured safety procedures are followed for all those working at height. Effective Privacy Documentation to Empower your Organization By : Fazila Nurani When privacy threats are on the rise, and identity theft is the fastest-growing crime, your privacy documentation should clearly demonstrate your commitment to information protection. Putting well-designed privacy policies and procedures in place is not just good risk management; it empowers you to create a trusting relationship with your customers and employees. The Difference Between Good and Evil Concerning Collection Agencies By : Tristan Andrews When you are dealing with collection agencies the first thing to understand is that not all of them are like the ones you see in the debt counseling commercials. Some are respectful of your rights under the law. Collection Agencies and the Law By : Tristan Andrews Collectors have to study and pass tests with their companies in many cases before they become collectors. They know the laws that they legally must adhere to as collectors and they can actually be fined for breaking the law. What to Do About Collection Agency Harassment By : Tristan Andrews When the collector calls you an excessive amount of time per day that is one form of harassment. This harassment can be stopped. You have protection under the law against certain abusive tactics that some collection agencies employ. The Removal Of Fire Extinguishers As A Safety Measure? By : Thomas Pretty A look at the recent move by a British council to remove the fire extinguishers from communal areas, due to residents not having enough training to ensure their own safety. Why Your Business Needs Precautionary Measures To Deal With Fire By : Thomas Pretty A look at fire regulations in the UK, how they affect business operations and why training and safety procedures are essential. Fire Safety Responsibilities In Hotels By : Thomas Pretty A look at the responsibilities of hotel owners and managers and how they can meet regulatory requirements. Working On A Scaffold; An Issue Of Competency By : Thomas Pretty A look at the training that the competent person should possess when people are working on a scaffold structure. The Need For A Fire Safety Consultant In Your Business Or Warehouse By : Thomas Pretty A look at fire regulations and how having a consultant will ensure your regulatory needs are met. Why Fire Risk Assessment Is Important For Your Business By : Thomas Pretty A look at how bosses must ensure the safety of there staff and enact efficient prevention protocols to limit the risk of fire. Employers Beware: Violation Fines To Increase Exponentially By : Eli Kantor On February 22, 2008, Attorney General Michael B. Mukasey announced higher civil fines against employers who violate federal immigration laws. The new rule will become effective as of March 27, 2008. Minimum Wages On The Rise In California By : Eli Kantor Attention California Employers: On January 1, 2008, the Minimum Wage will rise to $8 per hour from $7.50. So, you will need to make appropriate adjustments to your payroll systems. Further, many employers also are raising their employee's wages that are above the minimum wage in order to retain them. Cleaning The Car Hire Industry By : Thomas Pretty A look at how the European Union have made steps to regulate the car hire industry and how these steps have been followed by the larger car rental companies. What's an Employer to do When They Receive an SSA Mismatch Letter? By : Eli Kantor Attention small business owners. Recently, Immigration has dramatically increased workplace enforcement of Immigration law, after the failure of Congress to pass comprehensive immigration reform. Preparing For and Surviving an OSHA Inspection By : Sandra Noble Avoid the cost and the pain of an OSHA Inspection. Like a good Boy Scout - "Be prepared". The goal is for employers to pass the compliance test and get the merit badge of approval from OSHA. The RoHS Lead Free Directive and How to Comply By : Sandra Noble Health hazards caused by discarded electrical and electronic products are an increasing reality worldwide. The danger arises mainly from lead in components, though other materials may also be toxic. The RoHS directive is one of the affirmative actions used to protect the environment, established by the European Union (EU). OSHA Guide to Noise and Hearing Safety, Health And Conservation By : Sandra Noble "Between 1990 and 2050 the number of hearing-impaired Americans will increase at a faster rate than the total US population." Loud noises are more than a nuisance. - They can cause hearing loss. OSHA has a vital role in rescuing the ears of the American worker. RoHS Complaint Industrial Control Switches By : Sandra Noble Industrial control switches are at the heart of the monitoring and control systems of modern machinery. They range from the simple electro-mechanical push-button to embedded PCBs (Printed Circuit Boards), to wireless or infrared activated devices. All industrial plants and virtually all products in daily use, including the ubiquitous microwave oven and dishwasher, have them. What Manufacturers Need To Know About WEEE: The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive By : Sandra Noble Manufacturers have obligations that go beyond the production of electrical and electronic equipment. If they are doing business in the United Kingdom or the European Union (EU), manufacturers must make it convenient for consumers to dispose of that equipment in an environmentally friendly way. And the manufacturers are on the hook for the costs. What You Need to Know About OSHA Hazardous Waste Operations And Emergency Response By : Sandra Noble "Don't cry over spilt milk" may be a good course of action for a child. But employers with hazardous spills and waste, must implement and execute cleanup, disposal, emergency response plans. Otherwise, they face reprimand and fines from OSHA. Techniques For RoHS Class Compliance By : Sandra Noble The Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive 2002/95/EC is a directive of the European Parliament. It restricts the use of six hazardous materials in the manufacture and sale of various electrical and electronic equipment in the European Union. The materials are lead, cadmium, mercury, chromium (VI), PBB (poly-brominated biphenyls) and PBDE (polybrominated diphenyl ethers). RoHS Chemicals Legislation In Europe and China By : Sandra Noble About 35 million tons of electrical and electronic items are discarded worldwide every year. Leakage of chemicals in land fills from such discarded equipment pose serious environmental pollution problems. Legislation has been enacted in EU member countries and in China to arrest such pollution. OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) of Highly Hazardous Chemicals By : Sandra Noble How can industry prevent 6,000 fatalities and 4 million accidents? These were the shocking workplace statistics for 2005. OSHA and its Process Safety Management (PSM) program strive to improve upon these statistics. Complying With UK & EU Country WEEE Electronic Recycling Directive By : Sandra Noble Improper disposal of electronic and electrical waste can be hazardous to the environment and to business profitability. Although proper disposal may be costly, the inability to expand globally may have an even more detrimental financial impact. Find out what it takes to do business in Europe, China and beyond. 3 Things Businesses Need to Know About Email Compliance By : Richard Bliss New laws are making it important for business to understand what their requirements are concerning email compliance Use ISO 17799 to Improve Security and Minimize Risks By : Fazila Nurani All businesses need to take key steps to protect their information assets. By implementing an information security management system ("ISMS"), as outlined in the only internationally accepted standard/code to address information security, a business can significantly reduce the risk of a security breach. Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) Explained By : Sandra Noble There is a new twist on the old saying "waste not, want no". The United Kingdom and the European Union (EU) are mandating anti-waste, anti-pollution and environmentally friendly measures in regards to electronics. To avoid a want / lack of business in Europe, its best to understand what WEEE is all about. Problems In the Health and Nutrition Arena By : Joe Bella Since the death last September of founder David B. Shakarian, nutrition search in the company has been consumed by a power struggle between his son-in-law, David Lucas, and his handpicked successor as chief executive, Gary A. Daum. Get Your Truck Permit Online By : Greg Lucas Save yourself a trip to the Motor Vehicle Department and get your truck permit online. Applying For A Truck Permit By : Greg Lucas All about the requirements for applying for a commercial truck permit. Is Your Home Business Legal? By : Obinna Heche If you are running a home business you know that there is so much more to being successful than simply hanging out a shingle advertising your availability. Compliance Rules and Regulations for Your Franchise By : Tristan Andrews Successful franchise businesses always need to make sure that they are following the rules and regulations, staying in compliance with the many laws associated with operating a franchise. Your Helpful Home Legal Business Basics By : James Lowe When your business starts taking off you want to protect yourself from the legal pitfalls that can ruin your financial opportunities Should you use Background Checks? By : Kip Goldhammer Background check is a very important and essential element of making yourself comfortable with people you might be looking forward to having a relationship with as an employee, business partnership or even personal.

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