ISO 45001 has now been published. This new ISO standard, which has been over 4 years in preparation, was published on 12th March. ISO 45001 is the new international standard for Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) management, replacing OHSAS 18001.
Tilsatec takes a look at the revised standard for mechanical protection EN388:2016 and where previously indicated ‘cut 5 gloves’ sit now under the new test method
Hands are vital for nearly every task both in and out of work, yet they are extremely vulnerable, and their health and importance cannot be taken for granted. Clair Weston, marketing manager UVEX SAFETY (UK) Ltd, looks at the key areas that need to be considered when it comes to hand protection
Professor George Bearfield, director of system safety and health at the Rail Safety and Standards Board (RSSB), looks for the lessons to be learned in the aftermath of the Croydon tram tragedy
Where is the European standard for electrical hazard safety footwear?, asks Paul Wilson, marketing manager at Rock Fall UK
Each issue HSM puts the spotlight on worker safety and health by speaking to a member of the British Safety Council about the challenges and rewards of working in this field. This time we talk to Spencer Lee
Scaffolding, scissor lifts and cherry-pickers might be the more instantly recognisable types of access equipment, but the popularity of rope access techniques is undoubtedly on the rise. Berenice Northcott, managing director of Access North Structures, explores the safety benefits of this discreet alternative, particularly when it comes to complex structural maintenance
Richard Beardsley of personal protection specialist Alpha Solway looks at the key steps to selecting the right type of dust masks
Georgina Bisby discusses recent progress around the prevention and control of construction dust
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