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A very busy year

2016 has been a significant year for all the BSIF Product Groups and Working Groups.

Fit2Fit scheme & ISRP host joint event

The Fit2Fit scheme continues to be a leading initiative for the Federation, helping to drive improvements in RPE fit testing and encouraging best practice.

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.

21st century safety footwear

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.

Don’t risk safety by washing workwear at home

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.

Head for heights

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.

Don’t let the dust settle…

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.

Asbestos: the key to breathing easy

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.

Clad joins the BSIF and Registered Safety Supplier Scheme

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.

A Day in the Life of Katie Dugdale

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.

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