Ahead of the curve

The British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF), the membership organisation for PPE and safety equipment manufacturers, distributors and specialist service providers, has launched a groundbreaking initiative. We invite employers, duty holders and safety professionals to join our exclusive Membership Pilot Project. The ‘Pilot’ was launched in June at the same event as HSM Live Coventry.

During HSM Live Scotland, which takes place on 27 November at The EICC, BSIF will be detailing the purpose and benefits of the Pilot Project and encouraging participation from visitors to enable them the opportunity to shape the future of the industry. The uniqueness of the pilot scheme is found in the ability to bring together the providers and users of PPE and safety equipment for the first time under one membership organisation. 

Why participate in the BSIF Pilot?

By joining the innovative pilot scheme, participants will gain access to a range of invaluable benefits designed to enhance safety standards and practices across the UK. You should also know that as this is a ‘pilot’ scheme, BSIF will not be seeking any membership fees to join. Members of the ‘Pilot Scheme’ will have access to a wide range of valuable assets:

Independent PPE Helpline:

Receive expert advice and support for all your PPE and safety product related queries. The helpline will cover areas such as;

• PPE Regulation 2016/425 
• Respiratory face fit testing
• PPE EN standards
• Product/documentation compliance checking 
• Height safety
• Non-compliance reporting
• Membership enquiries/help

Guidance on standards & PPE regulations:

Stay informed with regulations and compliance, get information on changes and updates as they happen.

BSIF Bulletins for industry updates:

Keep up-to-date with the latest news and developments within the industry, BSIF communicate information that keeps you ahead of the curve. 

Our mailers arrive into your inbox and cover:

• Government updates
• European PPE/safety information
• Standard changes
• BSIF member events
• Industry opportunities

BSIF qualifications:

BSIF Pilot membership gives access to industry courses & qualifications at discounted rates. For example a new publicly recognised qualification for specifiers/buyers of PPE/Safety products. This qualification will help provide the tools needed to procure compliant & safe product. It includes:

• Legal requirements
• Standardisation processes (EN/ISO standards) for PPE/safety products
• Market surveillance
• Safety In the workplace
• PPE EN standards information

BSIF industry campaigns:

BSIF have produced campaigns to raise awareness of health and safety issues. They highlight what can happen when personal safety is not taken into account. BSIF want to engage with Pilot members to develop new campaigns and posters to help people avoid hazards that can affect their life now and in the future.  

Be a pioneer in safety

Joining the BSIF Membership Pilot Scheme offers an opportunity to pioneer advancements in workplace safety. By collaborating with industry stakeholders, suppliers and buyers, we will help shape a safer future for the UK workforce.

We look forward to seeing you at HSM Live and should you wish to join the ‘Pilot’ formally ahead of the event, then please express your interest by contacting us at enquiries@bsif.co.uk or calling 01442 248744

For more information please visit BSIF at HSM Live Scotland, or visit www.bsif.co.uk