Sizing up the market
Despite a marked increase in general awareness, fundamental misunderstandings remain when it comes to selecting and using appropriate RPE says Louise Charlton.
Safer workplaces
Protecting people at work is challenging. Ben Henderson looks at how EHS technology drives workplace safety
Greener garments
With ladies increasingly working in former male-dominated industries, Sean Wood takes a look at changes in the workwear market, including flame retardant clothing for women and sustainability.
Sustainable foot forward
Leather vs vegan leather – which has the smaller carbon footprint? Matthew Roberts shines a light on some of the misconceptions and myths about sustainability and veganism in the apparel industry.
Peace of mind
Future proofing your hearing prevention programme is essential to ensure employers achieve peace of mind for their future employee wellbeing goals. Neal Muggleton looks at how this can be achieved.
Lessons in air quality
Pupils and teachers deserve to have clean air in schools. Here, Mark Bouldin explains why we all need lessons to tackle a looming crisis.
Improving sustainability performance
Andrzej Palka explores the means to improve PPE sustainability performance, including reducing waste and improving efficiencies in the supply chain, while maintaining the highest levels of PPE performance and worker protection.
A clearer picture
We put the spotlight on PPE and our latest survey uncovers the views and opinions about PPE regulation, procurement and innovation. Kelly Rose looks at the results.
Best foot forward
Simon Ash reveals what goes into their firefighter footwear and the testing that helps them meet high standards of comfort and safety.
The lowdown on knees
Throughout 2021, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) found that close to half a million workers across the UK suffered from work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs) with conditions affecting the lower limbs – including the knees – being the third most prevalent. As part of its #KneelSmartKneelSafe campaign, ToughBuilt has been discovering the human stories behind this statistic. Matt Handley explains more.
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