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Power dressing

Respiratory protective equipment keeps workers safe from toxic substances. Here, Ian Gil-Rodriguez introduces the Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR)

Protect from the top

A day in the life of a hard hat: MSA Safety provides an insight into electricians’ most important companions

PPE buyers and end users are being urged by The British Safety Industry Federation to follow a simple process when specifying PPE products to ensure that they are fit for purpose. Alan Murray explains why.

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.

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