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Doing it right

Ian Goodhead discusses Winvic’s internal policies on head protection and task specific PPE.

Industrial helmets, high performance helmets and bump caps are commonly used on construction sites throughout the world, John-Mark Edmundson explains the standards relating to this key head protection.

A step ahead

The evolution of safety footwear has come on leaps and bounds, and according to Peter Dumigan, behavioural safety and material technology is having a real influence on design.

Reaching the top

Practical application and background theory are both important when it comes to health and safety training, explains Jim Phelpstead.

In the spotlight with Howard Pullman

This month HSM puts the spotlight on Cority’s Howard Pullman to find out about the role software plays in health and safety and how we can make full use of the data.

Dangerous driving

The most dangerous activity people do at work is driving so managing occupational road risk needs to be a key priority for companies, says Adam Grinsell.

End the trend

Reducing cases of occupational lung disease is not going to be easy as it will entail educating employers and employees alike. Megan McConville questions why despite better knowledge, why the figures have not reduced.

Get it right!

The importance of getting gas detection right can be the difference between life and death, so Peter Sherfield gives an overview of the latest advice and the methods for various applications.

It’s your neck on the line

One of the most essential ways of keeping people safe in the workplace is with above-the-neck PPE, so Matthew Judson explores what’s new in the market.

Don’t slip up

Preventing slips and trips require a combination of risk assessing work areas and ensuring potential hazards are well-managed. According to Peter Upcott, the correct safety footwear the right safety footwear can help workers stay safe.