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In the spotlight with Gavan Duff

Every issue we put a BSIF member in the spotlight to share their thoughts on PPE and worker safety & health. This month we talk to Gavan Duff, VP and COO of Latchways – MSA – The Safety Company

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From the CEO’s desk: Selling or marketing PPE under the Regulation (EU) 2016/425?

The British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF) has been supporting its membership over the last years as we moved towards the new PPE Regulation and as we move away from the Directive under which the market has worked for more than a quarter of a century. Despite all the consultations and forum discussions there still appears to be many examples where economic operators in the market are less than clear as to their responsibilities and obligations.

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New qualification

The British Safety Industry Federation are rolling out the “Safe Supply” Training and Publicly Accredited Qualification for commercial operators in the safety and PPE market.

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Observe and report

Flash reports make the most of modern communications to quickly spread safety awareness throughout the global operation of ACCO Brands, an American manufacturer of office products. Simon Duddy hears from Lee King, director EHS & facilities, Europe, and Darrol Masefield, H&S & facilities, on how the reports form part of a carefully cultivated approach to warehouse safety

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Why is head trauma making the headlines?

Head trauma has become a hot topic in recent years, particularly in the sports world, as a growing body of research suggests even minor concussion and one-off impacts to the head can cause serious and long term health issues. Georgina Bisby examines the latest research and considers the wider implications for head protection

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Personal Protective Equipment trend report: Getting protected and connected

The Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) market is experiencing rapid growth. A research report by Zion Market Research (ZMR) (1) released in September 2018 suggests the global PPE market which features vendors including Alpha Pro Tech, 3M Company, Uvex Safety Group, and Du Pont will increase to US$ 57.12 billion by 2022 rising from an estimated US$ 39.37 billion in 2016.

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