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Something in the air

HSM asks Daniel Frith about the dangers of exposure to airborne contaminants and how to mitigate the risks.

After a hugely successful launch in 2022, SHW Live South will be making a much-anticipated return to Farnborough International on 27-28 September. This live, in-person event is coming back bigger and better in 2023, with a host of brand-new exhibitors, event features and speakers. Read on to learn what you can expect from the event.

A step ahead

ACROSS THE global workwear sector, companies from the entire supply chain are becoming increasingly environmentally astute and adopting stewardship programmes. An urgency that runs from component/ingredient brands through to manufacturers and distributors is ensuring that the very highest standards are met, tested and extended. Here, Oli Willson describes the ways in which best practice is assessed and implemented.

Clear view

Caroline Rodriguez provides an insight into the revised EU GMP Annex 1 Regulation and its impact in eyewear.

Face the facts

Paul Salisbury discusses the key differences between the different methods of face fit testing to help you to choose the right one for your needs.

A head start

Having the right head protection is key to ensuring worker’s safety on site. Louise Charlton explains how helmet selection impacts protection.

Helping hands

Hard working hands can suffer with injuries, cuts and wear and tear often making it difficult to carry out the task at hand. Nicholas Green looks at what employers can do to help protect help protect these amazing tools.

Beneath the surface

This year’s PPE survey gets beneath the surface of and reveals the thoughts and opinions of those who really matter – the users and buyers of PPE. Kelly Rose looks at the results.

High risk

Recent legislation changes highlight architects’ responsibilities for ensuring robust fall protection in building design. So, what do you need to be aware of if you’re the lead designer or architect? Stuart Pierpoint offers the insider’s guide on what you need to consider with fall protection systems.

Give sustainability a hand

Chris Wahlers explores the growing significance of sustainable and environmental practices in safety glove manufacturing and highlights some of the key initiatives that are contributing to this positive change.

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