The HS Dept Mid and East Lothian

The HS Dept Mid and East Lothian Our business is supporting your business though Simple Safety Solutions. Edinburgh, Scotland

Business Owners and Company Directors across Edinburgh & the Lothians receive business focused and common sense HR/Employment Law Advice and Health & Safety Support from The HR Dept. Local businesses, run by people like you, outsource their HR/H & S because it is easier and more cost effective to bring us in to look after these important responsibilities for them. Our clients tell us that we make

their business stronger and safer and they love what we do, they rate us 9.7 out of 10 on Trust Pilot. Do you have these business challenges?

• You rely on a call centre or google! for expert advice
• You don’t know if you are legally compliant for H&S and HR?
• You are under threat of an Employment Tribunal / H&S claim or are concerned by the removal of
Employment Tribunal fees
• You have tight budgets and inadequate insurance and don’t have time to ‘do’ HR or H&S
• You would like to train / develop your staff more
• You spend too much of your time dealing with HR or H&S problems

How can the HR Dept Edinburgh & the Lothians help you?

• We will work together to find solutions - We tell you what you can do not what you can’t!
• You will have a named local expert to support you with unlimited advice and support
• Affordable monthly retained fees on 12-month contracts
• Your retained service is backed by market leading insurance
• You can up-skill yourself or your managers through our locally delivered training programmes

28/05/2026

Keeping employees safe in the sun

27/05/2026

If your employees are exposed to dust you should be aware of the dangers

26/05/2026

What gas safety duties do employers have?

Summer is here – time to set up outdoor spaces!As the weather improves, many businesses begin setting up outdoor seating...
21/05/2026

Summer is here – time to set up outdoor spaces!

As the weather improves, many businesses begin setting up outdoor seating areas, garden spaces, and event equipment. Moving tables, chairs, planters, parasols, and temporary structures can involve a lot of lifting and carrying.

This is a good time to remember the importance of safe manual handling. Poor lifting techniques or moving heavy items without planning can lead to strains, sprains, and back injuries, which are some of the most common workplace injuries.

Before setting up outdoor areas, take a moment to: ✔ Assess the weight and size of items ✔ Use team lifting for heavier loads ✔ Use trolleys or mechanical aids where possible ✔ Train staff in safe lifting techniques ✔ Plan the task to avoid unnecessary movement

The Health and Safety Department can assist with appropriate risk assessment and training options for small to medium-sized businesses.

A little planning can prevent injuries and keep your team safe while preparing for the busy summer season.

Stay safe and enjoy the sunshine!

The number of people with mental health problems is on the rise, with common worries about things like money, jobs and b...
19/05/2026

The number of people with mental health problems is on the rise, with common worries about things like money, jobs and benefits making it harder for people to cope, especially when they are at work.

With this rising trend, spotting the signs of mental health problems before they become significant to a person is important, therefore It’s crucial to be proactive to support those in your business as they manage their mental health.

Mental health first aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to the first signs of mental illnesses or substance abuse in your staff. Our mental health first aid training courses introduce participants to risk factors and warning signs of mental health concerns, building a better understanding of their impact on individuals and providing an overview of common treatments.

If Mental Health First Aid is something you’d like to explore for your business, contact The Health & Safety Dept today.

18/05/2026

HSE acronyms explained: LEV

Did you know every business with five or more employees is required by law to have a written health and safety policy?Ev...
14/05/2026

Did you know every business with five or more employees is required by law to have a written health and safety policy?

Even if you don’t meet this threshold, a well-designed health and safety policy has many benefits. As well as ensuring legal compliance, it shows your staff that you value their safety. This can work wonders for morale, improving productivity and attracting the best talent to your company.

Health and safety policies and procedures are not something to be rushed. For them to be effective, they need to be based on a thorough and accurate evaluation of your workplace. This is a lot to ask, especially for smaller companies with limited time and resources. Luckily, we can help.

At The Health & Safety Dept, we have years of experience in designing health and safety policies and procedures for businesses of all kinds. Our experts will take care of everything, from inspecting your site to drafting the policies and procedures themself. We can even review existing policies and procedures to make sure nothing has been missed.

Give us a call to get started.

It’s Sun Awareness Week. Sun Awareness week highlights the dangers of exposure to the sun. The key dangers include inc...
11/05/2026

It’s Sun Awareness Week.

Sun Awareness week highlights the dangers of exposure to the sun. The key dangers include increased risk of skin cancer, skin ageing, headaches, sunstroke, weakened immune system and permanent eye damage.

This is a particularly prominent topic for employers who require staff to work outdoors, and you can never be too safe when it comes to this topic.

If you would like some more advice on safeguarding outdoor employees, The Health & Safety Dept are here to help.

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5 South Charlotte Street
Edinburgh
EH24AN

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Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm

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