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Dress to protect

To protect staff, employers need to understand the risks on site. Here, Peter Dumigan gives an insight into the certification of protective wear.

Dealing with fatalities

Sally Hancock discusses the appropriate steps when dealing with an inquest in the aftermath of a work-related death

According to RIDDOR statistics, being struck on the head by moving, flying or falling objects accounted for 13% of worker deaths from 2014-19, and 10% of non-fatal injuries in 20191. Taking this into account, head protection is essential, and there are many factors to consider when it comes to choosing and specifying hard hats. Here, Mackenzie Peters takes a look two major aspects – hard had customisation and the risks of economy priced PPE.

No room for error

When it comes to explosive gases, especially in confined spaces, it is imperative that you make the right decisions for which portable device to use. Here, Phil Saxton gives an insight into infra-red sensors versus catalytic sensors.

In the spotlight with Ian McKinnon

THIS MONTH we put Ian McKinnon in the spotlight to find out how he is leading CHAS through a period of rapid growth as the company evolves from a health & safety accreditation specialist to a leader in supply chain risk management.

Break the fall

Despite years of advancements in occupational health, falls are still the most common type of injury experienced by workers. Add height into the equation, and you increase the risk of fatality or life-long care. Dr Karen McDonnell looks at the prevention strategy campaigns and the stories behind the statistics.

Reaching new heights

Harnesses play a vital role in safely arresting a worker’s fall, so it is essential that the equipment undergoes regular inspections and tests. Here, Daniel Harrison gives an insight.

Webinar on managing legal impact of claims

In a recent webinar hosted by Health and Safety Matters, Southalls consultant Andy Hall and Kennedys Law partner James Shrimpton shared the realities of civil and regulatory actions, from defending claims to demonstrating due diligence.

Pollution prevention

30 years ago all our major rivers were open sewers. Now we have otters in every English county and 97% of our bathing beaches pass European standards. But are England’s rivers still among the most polluted in Europe?
Here, Miles Hillmann asks Helen Wakeham from the Environment Agency (EA) about water pollution incidents in Britain and the value to companies and other organisations of public recognition through entering the BSIF Water Pollution Prevention Award.

Flying solo

International travel increases risks for lone workers and employers are just as responsible for keeping their staff safe when they are travelling for work as they are in the regular confines of the workplace, says Mathew Colley.