With the delay in easing of restrictions, businesses still need to have COVID-secure measures in place to protect workers, visitors and customers. There are different dates and requirements for easing of COVID-19 restrictions in Scotland and Wales. The recommendation to work from home where possible remains. If not, employers must do things to keep workers safe from coronavirus by putting measures in place in the workplace. For example, provision of facilities for regular hand washing/sanitising; social distancing and adequate ventilation. All workers have the right to be safe at work whether full time or on a zero-hours contract. It is also important that when workers are outside of work, they follow government advice on how to stop the spread of coronavirus. You can encourage your workers to follow government guidance when commuting and when they are away from work. Changing some work practices may also help with this. We have information and resources on our campaign website for employers and workers on how to Work Right to tackle coronavirus, including a leaflet you can share with your workers. For a full range of COVID-related information and advice visit HSE's coronavirus pages.  Electricity is a familiar and necessary part of everyday life, but it can kill or severely injure people and cause damage to property. Our electrical safety at work site has advice and resources on how to help reduce the risk of electrical injury. We also have helpful publications including: | A warehouse management solutions company has been fined £180,000 after an employee was fatally electrocuted while servicing an air compressor. An investigation by HSE found that the control measures in place to prevent contact with electricity during maintenance activities were not suitable or sufficient.. Read this press release for full details. Other recent enforcement news includes:  There are a range of upcoming virtual events, training, conferences and webinars organised by HSE or where HSE has significant involvement. You can view our full schedule. Upcoming highlights include: | Develop a career at HSE and help to protect lives and livelihoods. For details of the highlighted opportunities, follow the links below: For a look at our latest vacancies, please visit this webpage. | 
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