In this episode, host Mark Sennett sits down with the new BSIF CEO John Hooker who explains what he will bring to the role and the challenges he sees ahead for the health and safety sector and the BSIF.

Mark also covers all the latest industry news including the recently published HSE figures on UK workplace fatalities, how ACAS is helping resolve a record number of workplace disputes, a new campaign tackling the widespread confusion surrounding Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) and previews all that will take place at Health and Safety Matters Live Scotland, which takes place on 27 November 2025 at SEC Glasgow.

In addition, Mark talks about new research shows days off due to ill health rockets, and 2/3 of Londoners say they have been impacted by dust or light pollution from a construction site over the past year.

Mark also sits down with Draeger Safety UK’s Dave Head to discuss a number of key topics including if UK safety legislation needs updating and the key challenges facing the UK safety sector.