Throughout the world there’s a problem with false alarms from automatic fire detection systems. In the UK this problem has come further under the spotlight because of the Localism Bill which, with some caveats, gives fire and rescue authorities the right to charge for attendance. HSM asks the Fire Industry Association (FIA) what steps can be taken to minimise this issue.
Each issue HSM speaks to a member of the BOHS about the challenges and rewards of working in the arena of Occupational Hygiene. This issue we talk to LEV engineer, Adrian Sims.
One of the biggest shakeups in decades of the way that companies are sentenced for health and safety breaches came into force in February this year. Now, any case that comes to court will be tried under the new guidelines – including slips, trips and falls. HSM asks Christian Harris, commercial director at Bonasystems what’s new?
Most health and safety managers know the importance of occupational OH&S practices, but are often not equipped with accurate results to implement improved strategies. Andrew Ronchi, CEO of dorsaVi, says that wearable technology is an innovative and cost effective solution, giving companies new confidence to make data-driven decisions for their workers.
Help transform the health and safety profession from compliance to engagement this summer, with three days of keynote speakers, exhibitors and networking opportunities at ExCeL London.
For the past few years, headlines around the world have been asking whether heat stress could represent a global health crisis. Indeed, a growing body of research points to reductions in labour productivity as a result of heat stress.
Ahead of the BSIF Safety Awards 2016 ceremony on the 21st June at Safety & Health Expo, the Federation is delighted to announce the Product Innovation Award shortlist.
As the lead UK trade association for the safety and health industry, the British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF) is delighted to be joining forces with key stakeholders for this year’s Expo, from 21st to 23rd June as we prepare to headline and relaunch the enhanced Registered Safety Suppliers Scheme (RSSS), designed to enhance the quality of personal protective equipment provided to the occupational safety user.
As general manager for the British Safety Industry Federation, Frank Angear has jetted back to Brussels to gather the best understanding of how the European PPE Regulation will affect the UK’s health and safety market.
In our industry, Notified Bodies determine whether a product meets the health and safety requirements of the PPE Directive and award it a CE mark (it is illegal to offer any item of PPE for sale in Europe without a CE mark).
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