UNISON Health & Safety

If you believe that everyone should be able to work without having their health damaged by their job, join us in UNISON.

[Trades Union Congress @The_TUC]

When a bus driver was feeling ill because of the heat, this passenger stepped in to help.

We need a maximum working temperature to protect workers.

Credit: @toki_merekichika on IG

[PSI – Public Services International ✊🌍🚩 @PSIglobalunion]

As extreme heat and extreme weather become more common due to climate change, public service workers are exposed to new and greater #OSH risks working on the frontline to keep our communities, economy and people safe.

That's why PSI spoke up at the @ILO, helping to shape new guidance that makes clear these risks require public investment and safer staffing. 🌍✊ #Fightback

https://t.co/NKj07hHUxV

[UNISON - UK's largest union @unisontheunion]

Is it too hot to work?
Find out the rules around working in the heat:
https://t.co/u4eRIZ1qFr

[UNISON - UK's largest union @unisontheunion]

Warm wishes to everyone celebrating Eid al-Adha. Eid Mubarak from all of us at UNISON.

[UNISON Health & Safety @UNISON_HS]

🌡️Being too hot at work puts people’s health at risk.

Read our guidance about extreme heat here:

🔗https://t.co/JnfbvLf4z3

[UNISON - UK's largest union @unisontheunion]

🌡️🔥 Being too hot at work risks staff health and productivity.

UNISON says legal maximum workplace temperatures and investment to adapt to climate change are long overdue.

Read more ⬇️
https://t.co/rmBYOIG1yl

[UNISON - UK's largest union @unisontheunion]

🦺✊ Building health and safety leaders in public services

Assistant national officer Aneta Boruc reports on the @unison_hs health and safety seminar ⬇️
https://t.co/LFYg70jvBB

[UNISON - UK's largest union @unisontheunion]

Hear from Dan, Ogechukwu and Alex on what makes being a UNISON health and safety rep so rewarding.

Find out more about becoming a @unison_hs health and safety rep ⬇️
https://t.co/mow6u5DKme

[UNISON - UK's largest union @unisontheunion]

Hear from Sam, Chris and Amanda on why female health and safety reps matter.

UNISON members can find out more about becoming a @unison_hs health and safety rep ⬇️
https://t.co/mow6u5DKme

[UNISON - UK's largest union @unisontheunion]

#LearningAtWork week is coming 18-24 May 📚

UNISON college is offering free taster sessions to help you in your work and personal life. 

Book your free session online now 👉 https://t.co/n9hGnJ2Bis

[UNISON Health & Safety @UNISON_HS]

Brilliant day yesterday hosting reps from across the UK for our Health and Safety Seminar. Thank you to all attendees for making it a success!

[UNISON - UK's largest union @unisontheunion]

A brilliant day bringing together health & safety leaders from across public services at our UNISON seminar in London.👏

From AI, climate and HSE inspections to building the next generation of reps 👷🏾‍♀️ — huge thanks to everyone who made #uHS26 such a success! 💜

[UNISON - UK's largest union @unisontheunion]

Welcome to all attendees at our 2026 Health & Safety Seminar #uHS26 in London! 💜

Seminar info: https://t.co/1iX9XEOoV2

[Pat Heron @heron_pat]

On Workers Memorial Day Unison H&S Reps /Officers

Mental Health at Work

Challenging Sexual Harassment in Workplace
Stressed Out Burnt Out

From Hazards to Health Building work places where every breath is safe

War Against Asbestos Industry
@unisontheunion @UNISON_HS

[UNISON - UK's largest union @unisontheunion]

We’re lighting up our UNISON building in purple for International Workers’ Memorial Day 💜

2.7 million workers die globally each year from work-related accidents and diseases. On #IWMD26, we say work should never cost a life.

#LightUpPurpleForIWMD

[UNISON - UK's largest union @unisontheunion]

“Every year on International Workers’ Memorial Day, we remember those killed and injured at work. That’s why we fight for a society where people have safe working environments — a society that values lives over profit.” Andrea Egan, UNISON general secretary
#IWMD26 ✊🕯️

[UNISON Health & Safety @UNISON_HS]

UNISON health and safety reps must be involved in negotiations, engaged in risk assessments and training to ensure that safety standards are worker centered. A fair shift to a green economy must protect both the planet, and the people.

[UNISON Health & Safety @UNISON_HS]

On International Workers’ Memorial Day, we remember the dead and fight for the living.

This year we focus on the need for a just transition. Adaptation and a just transition is necessary but it cannot come at the expense of workers’ health, safety or livelihoods.

[UNISON Health & Safety @UNISON_HS]

While it is important that we move towards a greener economy, we highlight the need to make sure that every green job needs to be a safe job.

[UNISON Health & Safety @UNISON_HS]

More than 840,000 people die each year from health conditions linked to psychosocial risks, such as long working hours, job insecurity, and workplace harassment, according to a new global report by the International Labour Organization (ILO).

🔗Read more: https://t.co/NW3hcKADn1

[UNISON - UK's largest union @unisontheunion]

Overworked NHS staff report stress, sickness, and a reliance on antidepressants

New survey by UNISON reveals more than four in five (85%) health workers have experienced stress at work over the past 12 months with impacts on mental and physical health.
https://t.co/CGOSJH0wBs