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Dust danger

The health effects of dust should not be over-looked and it is one of the most prevalent forms of contamination encountered in the workplace. Kurt Greenall explores the dangers of this hazard and the decontamination options.

In safe hands

HAVi Technologies’ Gregg Cole explores the risks of Hand Arm Vibration and how your business can comply.

Safety takes off

The PwC’s membership network report, Skies without Limits, recently revealed that drone technology is expected to uplift the UK’s construction industry by £8.6 bn by 2030. This growth was largely attributed to innovation and improved productivity. As drone technology becomes more sophisticated, Ian Barnes shares his thoughts on the benefits of drones and the positive impact they can have.

A day in the life of Ruth Mullan

Each issue HSM puts the spotlight on a health and safety worker by speaking to a member of the British Safety Council about the challenges and rewards of working in this field. This time we speak to Ruth Mullan.

Sound control

There is still more to be done when it comes to controlling noise at work. Here, Laura Jenkins explores five steps you can take to ensure you are fulfilling your obligations.

A human approach

It’s safer to be approximately right than exactly wrong when it comes to monitoring a person’s exposure to Hand Arm Vibration (HAV), says Jacqui McLaughlin.

Give safety a hand

Hand protection is one of the most challenging pieces of PPE to correctly specify. It must simultaneously offer the wearer sufficient protection, while enabling them to productively carry out their day-to-day tasks. Khurram Akhtar takes a look at the latest safety glove technology and how to ensure hand protection is suitable for specific applications.

Listen and protect

Hearing loss is recognised as a serious health hazard to the health and wellbeing of employees, and with plenty of legal firms waiting to pursue compensation claims due to noise hazards at work, Peter Dumigan says it is time to ensure you have the right protection to protect your workers.

The Covid effect

Having spent many years in the respiratory protection equipment (RPE) industry, Fred Chartlon draws on his knowledge to provide a history of this life-saving equipment and the effect that Covid has had on manufacturers.

Focus on safety

Eye protection can save an employee’s eyesight and it can also save the employer hefty legal costs. Here, Peter Dumigan highlights the importance of care over compensation.

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