In the UK, an unprecedented 60% of consumers think that tradespeople are untrustworthy. So, what can you do as a tradesperson to break the ‘Rogue Trader’ stereotype? Here are some top tips from HETAS Insurance Services.
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Falls from height: an occupational hazard or preventable risk?
Falls from heights consistently rank as one of the most frequent—and most fatal—workplace accidents. In 2014/15[1]: falls from height accounted for nearly three in ten fatal injuries to workers (41 out of 142); almost half of fatal falls took place in construction (20 out of 41 fatal fall injuries);. around half of the fatal fall Read More…
Is your business wrapped up warm for winter?
Insurance Premium Tax changes
As of the beginning of November 2015 Insurance Premium Tax has been increased by the government from 6% to 9.5%. The Chancellor announced the rise in the summer Budget which impacts all insurance customers. Whilst the insurance industry do not welcome the rise, it is important to understand that this is the first significant hike in Read More…
Do you have the right insurance?
Every business needs insurance. Here’s our guide on what to consider before you buy.
Invoice Fraud: Could you be targeted?
Cyber-attacks rarely seem to be out of the news at the moment. However one particular type of cyber-crime that seems to have avoided the attention of the media is invoice fraud. This is unfortunate as according to The Financial Fraud Action UK this scam is on the increase with hundreds falling victim in the last Read More…
Van drivers, the nation’s new hero!
Are you one of the nation’s new superheroes? Van drivers have not always enjoyed the best press but research has showed that they are the new hero of the highways with 78% of the van drivers questioned saying they would pull over to help an injured person. View our infographic to find out more about these Read More…
When it comes to your data don’t wait for disaster to strike…
Data is the lifeblood of any business and therefore it’s not surprising that businesses are responsible for ever more personal data. But just imagine if one morning you turned on your computer, phone or tablet and everything was gone! No files, phone numbers, client information, or appointments… it’s a frightening thought but unfortunately it does Read More…
Legislation Update: CDM 2015
On 6 April 2015 the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015) came into force, replacing CDM 2007. What are the reasons for the Health Safety Executive (HSE) changing CDM 2007? Although the broad structure of CDM 2007 was fit for purpose, problems generally arose through misinterpretation of the Regulations. Unfortunately, they had led Read More…
Taking on an Apprentice
Are you considering taking on an apprentice? 96% of employers who hire an apprentice report business benefits 72% of businesses report improved productivity as a result of employing an apprentice The average person who completes an apprenticeship increases productivity by £214 a week[1] This is great news for businesses particularly with the school year coming Read More…