What are the best Police boots?
Working in the force, or in any patrol role, can really take its toll on your feet. If you're been on the job long enough, you'll completely understand why investing in a comfortable pair of boots is so essential, but you'll also want to find footwear that is protective and that conforms to regulations set out by your employer. Are you currently on the hunt for the best police boots? It can all seem a bit of a minefield, especially if you're starting a new career in the Police force or even as a security guard. If you're unsure of exactly what...
How to Stay Safe While Exercising Outside in the Dark
As the Winter nights start rolling in earlier and earlier, it's inevitable that if you're a keen runner, jogger, or cyclist, that at some point over the next four months you'll find yourself exercising outside in the dark. While you might not be bothered by the colder, darker evenings, it's important to understand the risks that come with exercising outside in low light conditions and arm yourself with as much knowledge as you can to help avoid accidents. Luckily, there are plenty of steps you can take to help stay safe while exercising outside in the dark. We'll take you through...
Life Hacks with Neodymium Magnets
Neodymium magnets are some of the strongest magnets available on the market today. They're used in hundreds of everyday electronic gadgets, so even if you've never heard of them you might be surprised to hear that you probably have at least 1 or 2 of these super strength magnets in your household right now. But what else can they be used for? Magnets are incredibly useful tool not only in the manufacture of electrical products, but also in our day to day lives. If you've ever wondered why our neodymium magnets might be of any use for you, then we're about...
Have You Heard of Prepping?
You may have heard the term 'prepping' used on TV documentaries, or maybe even in popular culture, where preppers are often portrayed as extreme worriers with a lot of anxiety about the future. But prepping has actually become an incredibly popular hobby, and is considered a much more mainstream way of living now, with over an estimated 20 million people worldwide involved in prepping. So what exactly is prepping? What does it consist of, and should we all be getting involved? Let's take a look. What is prepping? The term Prepping is derived the terms 'preparing' and 'preparation'. Simply put, it is...
Easy DIY Jobs To Transform Your Home
One of the best parts of having your own home, is the opportunity to inject some personality into it and truly make it your own. You don't need to worry about consulting a landlord before making changes, if you wake up one morning with an idea in your head, you can follow it through and completely have transformed your home by the evening. However, sometimes inspiration doesn't always come that easily! If you're struggling for inspiration but really want to transform the look of your home, then we've got some easy DIY ideas that literally anyone could to! So get your...
Steel vs Composite Toe Safety Footwear
When shopping for safety footwear, one of the biggest decisions you'll have to make is weighing up steel vs composite toe caps. Steel toe caps are the original choice for safety footwear, having been introduced alongside protective workwear since the start of the early 20th Century. However, while steel toe capped shoes and boots may have been around a long time, composite toe caps use new, innovative technology to offer a comparable level of protection - but does this mean they're necessarily the better choice? As with most safety and workwear, there isn't always a clear winner. A lot of the...
Stay Safe In Your Garden This Summer
Getting out in the garden in the Summer months can be a great way to unwind, enjoy some fresh air and time away from screens. And with all the time we've had stuck at home in the past 18 months, it's not surprising to hear that gardening has become an increasingly popular hobby. It can be incredibly rewarding planting your own flowers, vegetables, fruits or herbs, and watching them grow. Not only does it give you a great sense of achievement, but it can also be strangely therapeutic caring and nurturing for another living thing. However, working in the great outdoors...
What PPE Should You Be Providing Your Employees By Law
As an employer, you'll understand that you have a legal duty to care for and look after your employees whilst they are in the workplace. This can extend to making sure you provide them with any necessary safety wear and equipment, otherwise known as PPE - personal protective equipment. If you are providing PPE to your employees, then it's also up to you to ensure they receive the necessary training on how to wear or use any safety equipment, to ensure it performs it's job correctly and keeps the user safe. But what PPE is required by law? Health and safety in...
