The Health & Safety Executive published the 2015/16 health and safety statistics on 2nd November. With 1.3 million people working in Great Britain currently suffering from work-related illness, it is clear to see that the statistics support the HSE’s campaign to tackle ill health with the ‘Helping Great Britain Work Well’ initiative.
HSM speaks to David Clark, UK managing director of the Hultafors Group – which designs and manufactures the Solid Gear and Toe Guard brands of safety shoes and boots – about the future of protective footwear.
According to new research, more than half of industrial workers are washing their workwear and protective clothing at home. Not only could this potentially risk their safety, it can breach safety regulations.
MSA’s Anita Stellbaum, industry segment marketing manager, and Gary Bendoris, industry sales leader UK & Ireland, examine trends, developments and drivers of growth in the European Above the neck PPE market.
Engineering and maintenance are two of the most hazardous industries, with huge potential for serious injuries if precautions are not taken to safeguard individuals working in them. Not least of these potential hazards are dust and fumes, both common by-products of these industries that can lead to significant harm to the worker’s respiratory system. Matthew Judson, JSP’s technical director explores the measures that can be taken.
Of all the airborne hazards to be found in the workplace, asbestos remains one of the most insidious. With around 5000 people in the UK each year dying of asbestos-related illnesses (more than the number of people killed in Britain’s roads) the reputation of asbestos as the hidden killer remains intact and will do so until as many people as possible receive the correct training in how to identify and protect themselves and others.
Since the 1980s Clad has designed, manufactured, and sourced PPE, workwear and uniforms to ensure people are safe, comfortable and confident to work to the best of their abilities – no matter what the conditions.
Each issue HSM speaks to a member of the BOHS about the challenges and rewards of working as an occupational hygienist. This issue we talk to occupational hygienist at BAE Systems, Katie Dugdale.
Slightly over a third of MEWP-related incidents reported by UK rental companies involve delivery drivers. What are the most common pitfalls to avoid and how can delivery drivers keep safe?
Managing director of Derbyshire-based Thermal Fluid Solutions (TFS), Richard Franklin, explains why companies with hazardous work conditions need to adopt a continuous risk assessment and management programme, and how doing so can save money as well as lives.
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