What does a life-threatening bleed look like, and how should it be treated? Many people assume an arterial bleed is the main concern, but recognising any catastrophic or life-threatening bleed is crucial. A bleed does not need to be arterial to be life-threatening; venous bleeding can also become critical if left untreated. Key warning [...]
Supporting someone who is experiencing suicidal thoughts does not require a professional qualification or an 'ology.' While mental health professionals play a crucial role in providing specialized care, it is essential to recognize that not all suicidal thoughts stem from mental illness. Life can sometimes overwhelm us, leading to feelings of despair. In these [...]
The DVSA has recently updated load security guidance with updates based on risk assessment guidance and the importance of risk assessment regarding all load and unload operations. We are going to take a closer look at the two updates listed below and the impact this could have on hauliers and their staff. The new [...]
Would you know what to do? Could you remain calm and reassuring? Would you know where to get help? Do you know where the First Aid Kit, AED (Automated External Defibrillator) or Bleed Control Kit is kept? Would you know how to use any of the above? If the answer is no, then oh [...]
The financial burden on employers due to employees’ poor mental health is increasing. It is estimated that the UK loses £5 billion annually. Mental health significantly affects workplace productivity. A reduced focus and efficiency. Depression, anxiety or stress can all reduce an employee’s performance. The ability to concentrate, make decisions and perform tasks efficiently [...]
WHAT SHOULD YOU DO IF SOMEONE IS CHOKING? Can the casualty cough? If they are unable to cough ask them to lean forward Using the heal of the hand give 5 back blows If the casualty is still choking perform 5 abdominal thrusts Repeat the cycle until the choke is removed IF THE CASUALTY [...]
In life, we never give much thought to what we would do or how we would react if first on the scene of a road traffic collision (RTC). As commercial vehicle drivers, we see many incidents on public highways, some of which clearly do not have good outcomes. We are 50% more likely to [...]
Poor mental health results in many days lost to absenteeism or employees not being as productive as they otherwise would. Britain loses 5 billion pounds to this each year according to the Health and Safety Executive. Follow this link to the workbook they have produced to assist employers in tackling workplace stress. The Health [...]
Well, what a few years we have had! Pandemic, invasion of Ukraine, death of a monarch, recession, public sector strikes, the NHS stretched to beyond capacity and a cost-of-living crisis to top it off. Is it any wonder that the mental health of the nation is reaching an all-time low? At TLCT we offer [...]
Why the emergency? One person dies from sepsis every five minutes in the UK. What is sepsis? Sepsis is a potentially life-threatening condition. It occurs when the immune system overreacts to an infection within the body which can lead to tissue damage, organ failure, and death. The infection can start anywhere in the body; [...]
