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From the CEO’s desk

Government consultations have started on a proposed new product safety framework. John Hooker gives some insight into these consultations and why it matters so much for the safety of UK workers.

Warehouse accidents fall 10%

HEALTH AND Safety Executive data reveals a 10% fall in warehouse accidents since 2021, but slips, trips and falls remain the leading cause of injury in warehouse settings.

AS WORKERS face multiple hazards in a single shift, multi-norm gloves are redefining hand protection — simplifying specification, improving compliance, and pushing industry towards a more consultative approach to PPE procurement. Tom Kerrigan provides an insight.

Connected safety: Why ownership and integration matter

IN HIGH-risk industrial environments, safety depends on visibility. Knowing where workers are, understanding the conditions they are operating in, and responding quickly when something goes wrong are fundamental to protecting people and maintaining operational integrity.

Layering for protection

AS EXTREME weather conditions expose outdoor workers to invisible cold-related dangers, Anna West explains why adaptable layering systems are becoming essential.

Trust is a must

FRONTLINE WORKERS often spot hazards but hesitate to report them when previous concerns go unanswered. This isn’t a technology problem — it’s a trust problem. As EHS tools become more advanced with AI and automation, organisations risk overlooking the foundation that makes them work: trust. Jose Arcilla provides an insight.

Listen to the data

NOISE IS no longer an unavoidable background factor in industry, but a regulated occupational hazard. Bob Latimer examines why modern workplaces must move from occasional checks to continuous, data-led monitoring to meet today’s safety expectations.

Clearing the air

THE KEY steps involved in building an effective respiratory protective equipment (RPE) programme are explored by Adele Gracen, from selecting the correct RPE to ensuring proper training, maintenance, and long-term protection for workers exposed to hazardous substances.

In the spotlight with Nick Murray

THIS MONTH, we put the spotlight on Nick Murray — whose journey from the Royal Navy to sales director at Guardsman has been shaped by decades in the PPE industry. Driven by a lifelong instinct to protect others, Nick reflects on the career choices, chance opportunities and enduring values that led him into workplace safety.

Talking safety with Carla Crocombe

IT’S LOOKING like a busy year ahead for Carla Crocombe, founder and managing director of Safety Rocks. She’s launching a bespoke qualification for the motorsport industry, as well as spearheading an initiative to get more women and girls into the profession.

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