ARC FLASH incidents pose a serious risk in high-hazard electrical environments. In this article, Tranemo Advanced Workwear has a conversation with ABB discussing the vital role of specialist PPE in protecting workers and managing electrical safety risks.
SAFETY FOOTWEAR has long been a passive line of defence — tough, reliable, and built to shield. But a new generation is emerging from labs and testing houses worldwide, redefining what work boots can do. Smarter, lighter and more advanced than ever, this isn’t sci-fi — it’s the future of protection says Matthew Roberts.
BETTER MONITORING and reporting of contamination risks in food products may have contributed to a perceived rise in occurrences. But the fact is, they are still relatively frequent, and probably more than consumers might expect. Neil Griffiths highlights the importance of standards in light of an increasing number of recalls.
IN THE first of our Women in Safety features, Sarah McLaughlin reflects on how she entered the profession, the realities of progressing within it, and the professional lessons that continue to inform her work today.
AS TERRORISM becomes a credible risk for workplaces and public spaces alike, the OSH profession is being challenged to think beyond accidental harm. Matt Powell-Howard explains why counter-terrorism preparedness is a logical and necessary extension of occupational safety and health practice.
THIS MONTH we put Ian Cooke in the spotlight to find out how he got into the health and safety industry and how he is settling into his new role at the British Safety Council.
JENNIFER XHUFI looks at how regulation, buyer expectations, and Net Zero targets are changing the PPE sector, and what that means for how gloves are designed and manufactured.
CHRIS ELLERBY looks at how action sports, test pilot technology and materials science are coming together to move head protection technology forward.
DAVID WARD explains why uniform design and fabric choice should be on the agenda for improved health and safety compliance in 2026
WHEN IT comes to above-the-neck PPE, compatibility is key to ensure they work together to provide effective protection. Louise Charlton provides an insight.
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