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Awaab’s Law in Scotland: are you ready?

From 6 October 2026, new requirements for tackling damp and mould will come into force for social and private landlords in Scotland. The new regulations introduce set timescales

2 Sep 20263 min read

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How IOM Expertise Supports Safer, Compliant, and Sustainable Healthcare

Healthcare organisations are facing mounting pressures to deliver safe, high-quality care, maintain operational resilience, and meet sustainability targets amid complex regulations and estate challenges. If your business handles medicinal products, you

19 Dec 20253 min read

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COSHH Compliance: IOM share our experience of providing Safe Workplaces

Supporting organisations to maintain compliance with workplace safety legislation remains a top priority for IOM, The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations provides a legal framework

28 Nov 20253 min read

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IOM’s Response to Sir Charlie Mayfield’s Keep Britain Working Review

Sir Charlie Mayfield’s Keep Britain Working review rightly identifies an urgent national challenge: with one in five working-age adults out of work and not seeking employment, and increasing

21 Nov 20253 min read

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What You Need to Know about Isocyanates

Did you know that Isocyanates, found in 2-pack paints and coatings, are the leading cause of occupational asthma in the UK? Exposure during everyday tasks like spraying, mixing

24 Oct 20253 min read

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“Clear the Air: London Underground Workers Deserve Safer Dust Standards”

Even low concentrations of dust can damage lungs and current limits aren’t enough.

22 Oct 20252 min read

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Why Electro Surgical Tool Testing Is Vital For COSHH Compliance

In the fast-paced environment of NHS hospitals, one critical risk often goes unaddressed – the surgical plume generated by electro surgical instruments such as diathermy pens and laparoscopic

18 Sep 20252 min read

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IOM are pleased to introduce Amanda and Samantha to the growing Expert Witness team.

Amanda Parker is a Chartered Fellow of the Faculty of Occupational Hygienists (CFFOH) and a highly experienced consultant in occupational hygiene and environmental science. Amanda specialises in providing

1 Sep 20251 min read

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Review of Medical Intervals for Safety Critical Staff

We are pleased to announce that the Institute of Occupational Medicine (IOM) have been given the opportunity to undertake a comprehensive review of medical intervals for Safety Critical

28 May 20251 min read

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Supporting Women’s Health at Work

IOM is proud to join 28 organisations, including CIPD and SOM, in urging the government to invest in workplace support for women's health. IOM fully supports the open letter to Employment Minister, Alison McGovern, highlighting the need for policies addressing menopause, menstruation, fertility challenges, pregnancy and baby loss.

15 Apr 20251 min read

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Industry Insight: Unlocking profit and productivity through workplace wellness

The importance of using health and safety to greatest effect cannot be overstated. This short insight showcases the evidences on how greater health leads to profitability and productivity,

25 Nov 20241 min read

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Being well in a changing world

In today’s rapidly changing world, the wellbeing of employees has never been more important. This joint research project, by British Safety Council and the Institute of Occupational Medicine,

1 Oct 20242 min read

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Discover the IOM 2023 Impact Report

Welcome to IOM’s 2023 Impact Report, where we showcase the significant research and strategic initiatives we have undertaken to enhance health and safety in the workplace and beyond.

1 Sep 20241 min read

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Awaab’s Law in Scotland: are you ready?

How IOM Expertise Supports Safer, Compliant, and Sustainable Healthcare

COSHH Compliance: IOM share our experience of providing Safe Workplaces

IOM’s Response to Sir Charlie Mayfield’s Keep Britain Working Review

What You Need to Know about Isocyanates

“Clear the Air: London Underground Workers Deserve Safer Dust Standards”

Why Electro Surgical Tool Testing Is Vital For COSHH Compliance

IOM are pleased to introduce Amanda and Samantha to the growing Expert Witness team.

Review of Medical Intervals for Safety Critical Staff

Supporting Women’s Health at Work

Industry Insight: Unlocking profit and productivity through workplace wellness

Being well in a changing world

Discover the IOM 2023 Impact Report

Industry news and practical guidance