NEWS
TALENTED YOUNG APPRENTICES TO BE RECOGNISED AT HIRE INDUSTRY AWARDS
Hire Association Europe and Event Hire Association (HAE EHA) are urging members to get their nominations in for the prestigious 2020 Hire Awards of Excellence, with the winners to be announced at London’s Grosvenor House Hotel on Saturday 4 April.
The much-anticipated event celebrates the achievements of hire and supply companies across the UK’s plant, tool, equipment and event hire industry. Recognition is also given to outstanding individuals who have achieved and set some of the highest standards in the industry.
A celebrity host for the gala evening is still to be announced but will follow in the footsteps of Strictly Come Dancing star, Anton Du Beke, who delivered entertainment at the 2019 showpiece, enjoyed by guests, sponsors and winners alike.
New for 2020 will be an award shining a torch on budding talent, the Young Apprentice of the Year. The other 13 hotly contested categories up for grabs are: Website; New Media: Catalogue; Sustainability and CSR Initiative; Hire Industry Product; Hire Industry Supplier; SafeHire Plant, Tool & Equipment Hire Company (up to £10m turnover); SafeHire Plant, Tool & Equipment Hire Company (over £10m turnover); SafeHire Event Hire Company; Apprentice; Workshop Manager; Hire Manager and Hire Achiever.
Graham Arundell, Chief Executive Officer of HAE EHA, said: “The Hire Awards of Excellence acknowledges the successes of hirers and suppliers, along with the incredible individuals who set the standard in the UK industry. Without doubt these Awards are the most sought-after accolade within the plant, tool, equipment and event hire sectors.”
Finalists in the different categories, all to be announced in February, will be independently judged against stringent criteria, with the awards providing an excellent way of acknowledging and showcasing some of the very best practices that the hire industry can offer.
Tickets are selling fast but sponsorship packages and tables remain. If you would like to book tickets or find out more about the sponsorship packages available please go to the HAE website.
www.awards.hae.org.uk
50% believe it negatively impacts productivity.
NEW RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS THE SEVERE IMPACT OF NOISE ON THE UK WORKFORCE
Acoustics specialists Oscar Acoustics has released findings from its research into noise pollution in the workplace.
Exploring the views of UK employees across different sectors, the research reveals some surprising and concerning effects of noise pollution, a lack of action taken against it and a dearth of knowledge about associated health issues.
Noise pollution is pervasive across all industries with 59% of UK workers saying they work in a loud environment. Only 22% say their workplace is very well designed, with the remainders’ responses ranging from somewhat satisfied to not at all.
The effects of poor acoustics are extensive. 44% of respondents cannot concentrate when it’s noisy and
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The incessant din is also shredding people’s ability to work as a team. A fifth of employees (19%) state it’s the reason they’ve had a breakdown in a relationship with a co-worker. 29% have even snapped at colleagues. Alarmingly, 6% have even resorted to physical violence.
Unfortunately, despite the negative effects, over half (54%) said their employer has taken no action to combat it and 42% said they don’t even take the issue seriously.
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/11/
181105081749.htm
Excessive noise is also proven to increase the risk of serious health issues. A Danish study in 2012 found that exposure to road traffic noise can contribute to heart attacks and strokes.
Ben Hancock, Managing Director, Oscar Acoustics said: “We’ve always known about the dangers of noise pollution, and hopefully this research will drive it home to others. Companies need to act now to protect their business interests, and more importantly the health of their employees.”
www.oscar-acoustics.co.uk www.tomorrowshs.com
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