Sideways thinking
There are many methods for rescuing workers trapped in confined spaces and Andy Williams gives an insight into the different methods of extraction from a difficult space.
Educate your boss
Persuading your boss to take health and safety seriously is no easy task, but a recent webinar from Southalls provided some tips to help you achieve this.
Designed for health
The right clothing at work can not only offer health and safety benefits, but it is also beneficial for your frame of mind and general wellbeing, says Peter Dumigan.
Up to standard?
Chris Kendall looks at the latest developments in UK and European standards and guidance as they affect some of the different disciplines and product sectors represented by the Access Industry Forum (AIF).
On safe ground
Chris Stanley stresses the importance of underfoot safety in premises, which is not just about slip and trip prevention, but is also about employee comfort and wellbeing.
Protecting the unborn
Employers should recognise that the use of hearing defenders for pregnant women working in high noise environments does not protect their unborn child from hearing damage, says Laura Jenkins.
Raising the bar
Falls from height are still the main cause of deaths in industry. Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) are specifically designed to safely conduct temporary work at height and have been recognised as such by safety bodies across Europe, says Andrew Delahunt.
Under review
HSM managing editor Mark Sennett puts some questions to Dame Judith Hackitt to find out how her independent review of the Building Regulations and fire safety has been received and what’s next for her.
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