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Ensure lone workers' safety
The legal responsibilities for managing the extra risks faced by people who work alone, and how to reduce these risks to protect your lone workers
Monitor lone workers' health and safety
Regular supervision reduces the risks of lone working and flags up areas where there may be problems
Safety of lone workers working from home
Risks in the home - such as poor lighting or equipment - may harm homeworkers, their families and others, assess these risks and take action where needed
First aiders and appointed persons
When your business will need a qualified first-aider or a person in charge of first aid arrangements and how to appoint someone and provide training
First aid, accidents and illness in the workplace
Guidance for providing first aid and recording and reporting accidents and illnesses including RIDDOR responsibilities and what to include in a first aid box
Checklist: safety in care service businesses
Key steps to maintain health and safety in your care service business including staff, premises, communication, equipment, hygiene, waste, training and risks
Dealing with alcohol issues in the workplace
Look for warning signs of alcohol use and provide support where possible.
Workplace smoking policy
What should be covered by a smoking policy including who has responsibility, where smoking is allowed and information on quitting.
Dealing with drugs use in the workplace
A list of symptoms of possible drug use and advice on providing support and counselling to an employee using drugs.
Benefits of workplace policies on smoking, drugs and alcohol
Clear policies let everyone know what the rules are and help prevent problems from occurring in the first place.
Marking, labelling and marketing standards for food imports and exports
Information on marking, labelling and marketing food and drink products for import for export
Workplace policies on smoking, drugs and alcohol
Identifying and dealing with problems caused by smoking, drugs and alcohol in the workplace.
Name your business
Guides on how to choose a name for your startup business and the rules you need to follow depending on your choice
Protecting your business
How to reduce reduce health and safety risks in your business and avoid penalties related to non-compliance
Innovation and R&D
Guidance on intellectual property, innovation and research and development, and financing business R&D in Northern Ireland
Running a food and drink business
Find business support and funding for the food and drink sector in Northern Ireland
Computer health and safety at work
Promoting safe computer use, healthy workstations and frequent breaks in your workplace can prevent, eye problems, injuries and upper limb disorders to staff
Innovation, research and development grants
Overview of grants and support available for businesses undertaking research and development (R&D) and creating innovative new products and services
How can I use design in my business?
An overview of the many ways you can use design in your business, how to carry out a design audit and make design a part of your strategy
Innovation in manufacturing
Discover how innovation in manufacturing can help your business overcome challenges and boost growth.