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Posted on June 23, 2016

    We recognise that choosing a waste collection service can sometimes be a minefield of information. To make things easier for you, we have compiled a list of the five most important things to look out for when choosing your service. These things are often reported by our customers as reasons for choosing Protech […]

Posted on June 16, 2016

Defects that affect the structure of a building are usually caused by the simplest of issues, which are easily remedied with a regular cyclical maintenance programme. The age old adage that prevention is better than cure rings true. The following is a list of the top 5 problems regularly encountered that could be easily prevented. […]

Posted on June 9, 2016

This example risk assessment for maintenance of flats shows the kind of approach a small business might take. It can be used as a guide to think through some of the hazards in your business and the steps you need to take to control the risks. Please note that it is not a generic risk […]

Posted on June 7, 2016

Slips, trips and falls at work – the costs According to statistics from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), slips and trips are the single most common cause of injuries at work, and account for over a third of all major work injuries. They cost employers over £512m a year in lost production and other […]

Posted on June 2, 2016

  1. In-house cleaner or contract cleaning services? A general rule of thumb is to use a contractor if you have more than 15 staff as this will lower the overall contract cleaning costs. If you have a good in-house arrangement then stick with it as long as you can. If your in-house cleaner is […]