We never quite know what weather summer brings in the UK, this time of year though is a very apt time to be talking about the effects working outside can have. All too often, employers and staff … [Read more...] about Working Outside Safely This Summer
Time to reflect
Photo credit: Jo Blackwell July - how did that happen? So much has happened but how can it now be the second half of 2019? Reflection is something Bridget loves to do and the first half of 2019 … [Read more...] about Time to reflect
Wellbeing – Beyond World Wellbeing Week
Those of you who frequently read this blog will know we post about a number of different things relating to our Hundred Acre world, which naturally include topics around safety and health and not … [Read more...] about Wellbeing – Beyond World Wellbeing Week
Health and Safety Training with you in mind…
It’s been a while since we talked about what we do in our Hundred Acre world, so we thought we’d refresh your memory. Hopefully you’ll know that we’re an occupational safety and health consultancy, … [Read more...] about Health and Safety Training with you in mind…
Unapologetically, authentically me.
A note from Bridget Gilmour, our Founder and Director… It’s my birthday today. A landmark day for anyone, but for me, this year is different. It’s a time for real celebration, a time for … [Read more...] about Unapologetically, authentically me.
Managing Risks with Risk Assessments
A fundamental part of managing occupational safety and health is to consider risks, which is why you might be familiar with the term risk assessment. In this blog post, we’ll help you understand more … [Read more...] about Managing Risks with Risk Assessments
Mental Health Matters and it Impacts us all
At Hundred Acre, we believe that ‘Health’ is just as important as ‘Safety’ and that health is so much more than just the physical. It’s Mental Health Awareness Week from May 13th - an incredibly … [Read more...] about Mental Health Matters and it Impacts us all
International Workers Memorial Day
The ILO estimates that 2.3 million women and men lose their lives each year. That means that since Bridget was walking and stumbled upon the Worker’s Memorial in Simcoe Park in Toronto … [Read more...] about International Workers Memorial Day
Thoughts from Bridget
Watching the pictures from Paris last night I hoped it wasn’t real. Waking up and checking today my heart broke. Remembering the fires at Windsor Castle, York Minster, the Cutty Sark, twice at the … [Read more...] about Thoughts from Bridget
Putting People Back into Sustainability
This week has not been an average one in our Hundred Acre world. After training on Monday Bridget got on a train and headed for Paris. On Wednesday the Center for Safety and Health Sustainability, … [Read more...] about Putting People Back into Sustainability
Whatever the level of support you need, Hundred Acre is available as your proactive, diligent and experienced health and safety expert, offering you peace of mind in this critical area of your responsibilities.