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Advantages and Disadvantages of Digital Door Locks

Posted on March 11, 2013

Fed up with worrying whether you have your keys, or are you forever losing them? We have a simple answer to that problem, Digital Door Locks! We have listed the Pro's and Con's to having a digital door lock - but what is a digital door lock we hear you ask, well it can be also known as a combination door lock and it allows you to enter and exit a building without the need for a key - instead you use a PIN code. They can solve the issue of keys being lost or stolen and replacing the keys which could be inefficient and expensive. So here are the advantages and disadvantages of using a digital door lock: Advantages - Pick-proof: Because there is no place for a key with these locks, the prevent break-ins because burglars are unable to pick or 'bump' the lock. Criminals methods of breaking and entering are improving and the majority of criminals can pick an ordinary key lock. -...

Setting up a Cafe – What you Might Need...

Posted on March 08, 2013

Some of the crew at The Workplace Depot regularly frequent the cafés of Bingham for our injection of caffeine to help us through the day! Whilst sitting in one the cafés, Matt, Jess, Sean Paul and myself had once again run out of anything interesting to say, so we set to thinking about how many products around us could be supplied by our company – this will be useful when Sean Paul opens his café in Newark. Safety and first aid It was quite easy to see some of the items that The Workplace Depot could supply – things like first aid kits and fire extinguishers by definition must be highly visible. Even more obvious than these were the sign-age; signs for things like fire exits, fire blanket, fire alarms, no smoking, first aid, no exit etc. Although not on display, there is the requirement for temporary signs, e.g. wet floor and other janitorial signs warning of cleaning in progress or slippery surfaces etc. We decided that for the full range of our Rubberm...

10 Workplace Security Tips

Posted on March 04, 2013

10 Workplace Security Tips Every company needs to have a security policy in place to keep employees, equipment and goods secure and safe. Having the right security measures can help prevent and deter burglars or people who intend to enter the property without permission. Security is something to always be concerned about, so take the time to carry out some security checks. 1. Check that all windows and doors are securely locked before leaving and closing the workplace. In the morning, check them again and see if anything is missing. 2. Keep all entrances and exits secure at all times. A combination door lock is ideal for controlling access into a building as a code is needed to gain entry. Or issue either cards, keys or ID badges to regular staff of your workplace. A door access kit is also another way of controlling who can access the building, with a choice of access kits, you can choose the right kit for the correct purpose...

Top 50 Workplace Songs

Posted on February 27, 2013

Top 50 Songs About Jobs, Money and the Workplace EDIT (April 2014): We have actually turned this list into a playlist on Google Music. Head over and have a listen! EDIT (July 2015): We have also turned this list into a visually appealing post. You can now get all the same great information you see right here on this page in a graphical post. Click the banner below to find out more. Well 45 workplace songs actually! We couldn't quite make it to 50 in our list...

Recycling Campaign

Posted on December 03, 2012

A new campaign has been launched in Nottinghamshire to encourage locals to recycle more efficiently. Veolia Environmental Services, the county's waste collector, and Nottinghamshire County Council have been working together on a campaign called 'Are you Bin Smart?' to remind residents which items can and can't be recycled. This will not only help to reduce bin contamination but will also ensure that materials can be sorted efficiently at the Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) based in Forest Town, Mansfield. The campaign was first piloted in Mansfield and, following it's success, will be rolled out across Ashfield, Bassetlaw, Broxtowe, Gedling, Newark and Sherwood and Rushcliffe. 18,000 households across Nottinghamshire will receive an information pack from Veolia which will explain what household items can be recycled. The packs include a leaflet and a bin sticker and the public are being directed to the Are...

The Essential Guide to Scaffolding, Sheeting and Netting

Posted on December 03, 2012

Those who work in the construction industry may be very aware of scaffolding, sheeting and netting, including their benefits and purposes. If you are beginning a construction project and are unsure on the right type of scaffolding or scaffold protection then this essential guide will make your choices more informed and easier. Scaffolding – What is it and when do you need it? Scaffolding is actually defined as a temporary structure in itself. Put up by professionals you will find that scaffolding can come in various different materials such as metal and even wood. For example, in Asia they are very fond of using bamboo scaffolding on their buildings whereas in the UK metal pipes or tubes are used instead. Tubes, couplers and boards will make up the key components of scaffolding. ...

Reasons an Environmentalist Might Hate Christmas

Posted on November 28, 2012

It's that time of year again, Christmas! The annual event that brings everyone together, family, friends, work colleagues, includes events such as stuffing ourselves silly with Christmas treats, chocolate, party snacks and singing and dancing to cheesy classics such as Mistletoe and Wine by Sir Cliff Richard and John Lennon's Happy Christmas (War is Over). But does anyone think about the environmental implications Christmas has on the world? Facts about Christmas and the environment According to The Mirror online in 2009, 200,000 trees are felled to make the 1.7 billion Christmas cards sent in the UK and 750,000 letters are sent to Santa by children in the UK each year. In all honesty, how many people put their cards in recycling bins once January 6th comes around? In the 21st century, and all the technology we have today, why don't children and citizens of...

How to Prevent Ladder Accidents in the Workplace

Posted on October 24, 2012

Despite recent campaigns from the Health and Safety Executive to raise awareness of the risks of working at height, there are still hundreds of cases of falls from ladders in the workplace all over Britain. Just this month, it was reported that an employee fell from a ladder, injuring his collarbone, breaking several ribs and cutting his head, just months after a similar fall. These kinds of accidents should not happen in the first place – and when they do, it is vital that the appropriate safety measures are put in place. Before beginning any task involving working at height, it is vital to assess the task in hand to determine the exact equipment that needs be used. Many of risks associated with working at height are due to poor management control rather than the actual equipment – and is often the result of failure to recognise problems or provide a s...

Wheel Clamping on Private Land Now Illegal

Posted on October 09, 2012

Under the Protection of Freedoms Act, it is now illegal to clamp, tow or immobilise cars parked on private land without lawful authority - anyone found breaking the law can potentially face an unlimited fine. This effectively means that clamping and towing will be restricted to the police, local authorities, the DVLA and other authorities acting in accordance with by-laws like airports and railways stations. Other changes that have also come in from 1 October include giving police more powers to remove cars parked on private land, while unpaid tickets can now be claimed from the registered owner of the vehicle, as well as the driver. There will also be an Independent Appeals Service funded by the British Parking Association (BPA) that will allow drivers to be able to appeal tickets issued on private land by a company that is a member of the BPA's Approved Operator Scheme. This has been criticised as a little bit like getting the Highwaymen clampers to simply register themselves...

Getting to Grips With Manual Handling

Posted on October 03, 2012

Over a third of injuries that keep people off work for more than three days at a time are caused by manual handling – falls and trips account for much of the rest. As a consequence there are many regulations governing activities such as pulling, pushing, carrying, lifting and loading. The following provides some suggestions on how to improve manual handling techniques and reduce accidents. The first thing to consider is whether the object needs handling at all – can the process be mechanised or made easier with handling aids such as sack trucks, pallet trucks, conveyors or other lifting devices. Has there been sufficient training for the person doing the moving, whether this involves the type of load, mechanical aids or other risk factors? Before doing any lift or handling of an awkward item it is advisable to have some kind of plan of action – this can include simple things such as removing obstacles out of the way or checking for potential trip hazards. For a particularly diffi...