by Emma Hammett | Aug 13, 2018
Schedule Have a look at the festival timings list and plan your performance schedule in advance. Having a rough idea of who you want to watch before you go will help you and your friends get the maximum entertainment out of the festival. Tent Take a tent that’s a size...
by Emma Hammett | Jul 26, 2018
How to help if someone seems out of it, whilst keeping yourself safe from harm We have all seen tricky situations happen or been involved in confrontational situations ourselves, where someone looks like they need help, but we are frightened to get involved...
by Emma Hammett | Jul 20, 2018
A new craze with sweets runs a choking risk that could prove fatal. The new playful Maltesers chocolate buttons adverts demonstrate a dangerous game that increases the risk of choking. One of the adverts shows someone playing tiddlywinks and flicking a chocolate...
by Emma Hammett | Jul 16, 2018
Travel tips and holiday hacks to get the most of out of your summer break When abroad Know how to get in touch with the emergency services whichever country you are visiting. In Europe 112 is the contact number for the emergency services; 112 may still work outside...
by Emma Hammett | Jul 9, 2018
Sunscreen – common mistakes we make and should avoid when choosing and using sun creams – Can you burn through glass? what do SPF numbers mean? how much sun cream should you put on? when should you re-apply it? will clothing protect you? Summer is...
by Emma Hammett | Jul 2, 2018
Stay safe around water during your holidays with our handy checklist Having fun in the sun during the summer holidays often includes water, be it in a paddling pool, Lido, villa pool, lake, river or the sea. And whilst it is refreshing to take a dip, staying safe is...
by Emma Hammett | Jun 25, 2018
It’s going to be an absolutely scorching week, which is great news for some people, but can be extremely challenging for others; whilst many love being outside in the sunshine, never under estimate the power of the English sun. Please read our top tips to stay safe...
by Emma Hammett | Jun 21, 2018
Summer is here and whether you are travelling long haul, having a staycation or simply playing in the park, having an up-to-date and high quality First Aid Kit is essential to looking after your family’s health. Here are the key contents you will need for treating...
by Emma Hammett | Jun 18, 2018
The National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) states that approximately 700 people sustain a new spinal cord injury (SCI) each year in the UK. Currently there are no ‘cures’ for spinal cord injury and in the UK there are 40,000 people living with long term...
by Emma Hammett | Jun 5, 2018
These days, many of us have caring roles, both personally and professionally. There has been much talk in the press about the ‘sandwich generation’, where people in their 30s and 40s are now not only the carer for their children, but are also caring for elderly...
