Workplace Blog

We have received a King’s Award for Enterprise 2026!

Posted on May 06, 2026

We’re thrilled to share that The Workplace Depot have received a King’s Award for Enterprise 2026. This award recognises outstanding achievement in innovation, international trade, sustainable development, and promoting opportunity.

Proud to Be a Top 10 Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2026

Posted on June 02, 2026

We’re thrilled to share that The Workplace Depot has been named to The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026 list - and we’ve landed in the Top 10 for Small Organisations. This accolade recognises employers across the UK who excel at creating inclusive, supportive and engaging workplaces.

We are Officially the #1 Best Workplace in the UK!

Posted on March 19, 2026

We’re thrilled to share that The Workplace Depot has been named The UK's Best Workplace 2026 - Small Organisations. This accolade recognises employers across the UK who excel at creating empowering, valued and trusting workplaces.

Proud to Be a Top 10 Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2025

Posted on May 23, 2025

We’re thrilled to share that The Workplace Depot has been named to The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025 list - and we’ve landed in the Top 10 for Small Organisations. This accolade recognises employers across the UK who excel at creating inclusive, supportive and engaging workplaces.

The Workplace Depot Smashes It! Named One of the UK’s BEST Workplaces™ 2025!

Posted on March 31, 2025

We’re absolutely THRILLED that we've been recognised as one of the TOP organisations to work for on the UK’s Best Workplaces™ 2025 List by Great Place To Work. Our incredible ranking was revealed at the dazzling UK’s Best Workplaces™ Awards...

The Workplace Depot Announced as Marketplace Seller of the Year

Posted on May 09, 2024

We are pleased to announce The Workplace Depot's recent win at The UK Marketplace Awards 2024, where we received the Seller of the Year Award. This recognition signifies a milestone for our team, highlighting our dedication to succeeding within the Amazon Marketplace.

The Workplace Depot Celebrates 100% Great Place To Work Certification

Posted on May 07, 2024

We are thrilled to announce that The Workplace Depot has been officially certified by Great Place To Work. This year, an impressive 100% of our team members have endorsed us as a fantastic place to work, significantly surpassing the UK average by 46%.

Stepladder vs Ladder: How to Choose The Right One For Your Workplace

Posted on June 12, 2026

Falls from height remain the leading cause of fatal workplace injuries in Great Britain. According to the HSE fatal injuries report for 2024/25, 35 workers were killed as a result of falls from height in a single year, and the right ladders may have prevented these incidents. This guide is written for facilities managers, warehouse teams, and health and safety officers who need a straight answer: when do you reach for a stepladder, and when do you need a leaning ladder? You'll get a clear comparison of both types, a practical selection checklist, and the one factor most guides never mention, which often turns out to be the most important of all.

Ladder Inspection Checklist: What UK Employers Must Document to Stay Compliant

Posted on June 12, 2026

Falls from height remain the leading cause of fatal workplace injuries in Great Britain. When something goes wrong, one of the first questions the HSE asks is not "did you buy a good ladder?" It's "where are your inspection records?" That's the part most ladder inspection guides miss. They tell you what to look at. This one covers both: a complete, free ladder inspection checklist you can use immediately, and the documentation framework that proves compliance under the Work at Height Regulations 2005. Because an inspection that wasn't recorded is, legally speaking, an inspection that never happened.

Speed Bump vs Speed Hump: What's the Difference and Which Do You Need?

Posted on June 11, 2026

"Speed bump" and "speed hump" aren't the same thing. Fitting the wrong one to your site can mean poor speed reduction, vehicle damage complaints, or a device that's not legally permitted in that location. Here's what you need to know before specifying either.

Our Bonfire Blogpost

Posted on November 01, 2018

As November begins, there is usually one event in everyones calendars- Bonfire Night! The one night of the year where the hats and scarves come out, the crowds gather, and fireworks fill the sky. In addition to sparklers, hot drinks, and mushy peas, we've put together our list of Bonfire Night essentials that will make sure your evening goes off with a bang.

Safe Working Load (SWL): What It Means, How It's Calculated, and Why the Number on Your Equipment Is Only Half the Story

Posted on June 10, 2026

Most people checking the safe working load on a piece of lifting equipment are looking for one number. But that number was calculated for specific conditions: a straight pull, normal temperature, no shock loading, ideal configuration. Change any of those conditions and you've changed the effective SWL, whether the label has been updated or not.