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Businesses are currently having to adapt at lightning speed with many turning to technology and video calls like never before.

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Employers often use psychometric testing to vet potential employees and help them understand a little more about your personality and ability to fit into the role they are offering – and this type of testing is becoming increasing popular.

Richard Byerley Grad IOSH, asphalt/recycling manager at Northumbrian Roads, explains why continuing professional development (CPD) has been important to him throughout his career.

Saba Alai CFIOSH discusses how the experience of dealing with new workplace hazards and challenges provides OSH professionals with CPD opportunities.

Barry Gaffney Grad IOSH explains how he has gone from being a panel beater to a senior safety adviser, and how he has combined that with keeping his continuing professional development (CPD) record up to date.

As you read this, I am a couple of weeks into a new role. It is a fresh challenge that utilises everything I’ve learned in nearly 25 years as an occupational safety and health professional.

Bipin Gautam CMIOSH, country HSE manager for Cape in Oman, explains why continuing professional development (CPD) is important for him.

Graham Cowan, safety and standards assurance director at Nuffield Health and owner of consultancy firm GJC Risk Management, charts his career up to and including becoming a chartered fellow of IOSH.

Mark Jenkins CMIOSH, vice-chair of IOSH’s Offshore Group and risk and stakeholder manager for energy giant Siemens’ offshore division, tells IOSH Magazine that setting aside a few hours every two to three months is key to keeping up-to-date with his continuing professional development (CPD).

Ria Sooknarine Grad IOSH, senior HSE co-ordinator for the Massy Stores chain in Trinidad and Tobago, and communications co-ordinator for IOSH’s Caribbean branch, explains why continuing professional development (CPD) remains important to her.

Jackie O’Neill CFIOSH, director of JON Auditing and Consultancy Services and vice-chair of the IOSH Northern Ireland branch, talks about her CPD journey.

Ann Diment CFIOSH, Chair, CPD Working party. Look in the mirror; what are you reflecting?