Category: Advice & Tips

We’re told to be as active as we can every day, but given that most of us are chained to a desk for much of the day, we’ve got our work cut out in that department. Or maybe not. Here are some handy tips for staying healthy when you have a desk job. Take a […]

You might think you can’t move for safety signs and health and safety rules in Britain, but workers in some countries would be glad to have even half of the protections at work that we do, as you’ll see in this blog. So where are the safest and least safe places to work in Europe? […]

The UK’s Top Ten Most Dangerous Industries When you’re looking for a job, you probably don’t consider how safe or not it is (unless you’re a stuntman!), but if you work in any of these industries, you should seriously consider making sure your life insurance is up to date! Counting down from 10, here are […]

A Small Business Owner’s Guide to Setting Up a Warehouse So you set up your own business and keeping stock in your garage or a storeroom at your premises was working out great, until your business started to grow. And now you’re panicking about where to keep everything. Maybe it’s time to set up a […]

How to Bring the Spirit of Christmas Into Your Workplace It’s a busy time of year for everyone, not just with the family at home but at work too, as the Christmas/end of year rush is in full swing. And it takes its toll on people’s stress levels. Many people feel stressed and anxious or […]

Prepare Your Business for the Christmas Rush Christmas is by far the busiest time of year for many businesses. Black Friday is on the horizon and with more and more big names going out of business, consumer cash is up for grabs among the companies who have survived. This is why it’s so important to […]

How to Store Heavy and Awkward Goods If you work in or own a warehouse, you’ll know that some goods are just downright difficult to store and put away. Whether it’s because they have an awkward shape or they’re unbelievably heavy, they can cause a headache for even the most strategic of thinkers. Here are […]

Why You Shouldn’t Put Pallets on a Bonfire Bonfire night can be lots of fun but it can also be quite damaging to the environment. We don’t want to come across as the fun police, but we want to make you aware of the harm that can be caused by your bonfire. Why you shouldn’t […]

5 Things Every Warehouse Needs If you manage a warehouse, you’ll know that time is money, so being efficient is a must. To make sure everything runs like clockwork, you need the right systems in place and the right equipment. Here are 5 things that every warehouse needs: Pallet Racks A pallet racking system will […]

What You Need to Know About Dollies and Furniture Skates Whatever type of environment you work in, you’ll probably have to lift or move heavy or awkward items that are also sometimes expensive. So to save the expense of having to replace items, not to mention saving your back, you need the right manual handling […]

How to Make your Business Eco-Friendly While everyone knows that we all have the responsibility to protect the environment, business has more responsibility than most, because most environmental damage is caused by industry. But there are ways that you can make your business more environmentally friendly while saving money in the process. Start by looking […]

Reclaim Your Office and Get Organised! If you work in an office, you probably get infuriated at the amount of time you spend looking for documents, files, or supplies. But the good news is, no matter how disorganised your office is, you can pull it back from the brink. All it takes is a little […]

5 Tips for Handling Drums Safely If a big part of your business is handling drums, it’s not only important that your employees know how to handle them safely, they also need to be aware of how to safely handle what’s inside of them. Here are our 5 tips for handling drums safely. Always use […]

The No-Fuss Way to Cater for an Event This Summer If you’re in the hospitality and catering business, you’ll probably be in the throes of your busiest time of the year, with weddings and garden parties aplenty. The added bonus of the hot summer weather means that thirsty customers will be guzzling down more drinks, […]

How to Lift Awkward and Odd-Shaped Loads If you’ve every hurt your back, you know how painful it can be. A back injury can mean time off work and your quality of life can really be affected. If you’ve hurt your back at work, it’s likely to be down to failing to lift a load […]

Working Safely When the Temperature Rises While there’s a minimum workplace temperature that you can legally work in, there’s unfortunately no upper limit, and if you’re anything like most Brits, you’re likely to have been sweating buckets at work during this spell of warm weather. Most people work comfortably at temperatures between 16 and 24 […]

How to Store and Handle Cylinders and Drums Safely Cylinders and drums are frequently used in industry to store compressed gases and toxic or flammable liquids. You might not think that the contents of a single drum or cylinder can cause harm but actually it can. This is why they need to be stored and […]

How to Keep Your Warehouse Secure Warehouses hold a lot of valuable stock so they can be a target for thieves. Around 20% of all crimes record in the UK are thefts or other offences against businesses, so it’s important that you put measures in place to protect your property and stock. Assess the risks […]

The Biggest Warehouse Problems and How to Solve Them If you run a warehouse, it’s crucial that you’re efficient and organised to stay one step ahead of your competitors. Like any business, there are pitfalls you’ll come across, but we’ve put together some handy tips to help you overcome them. The problem: Lack of space […]

Make Gardening Easier with Our Tip a Truck Summer is on the way so the chances are you’ll want to get out in the garden. But what if you have a physical disability, an injury, or your strength is just not what it used to be? Here’s our guide on how to make gardening that […]