In the spotlight with Neil O’Regan
This month we put BSIF member Neil O’Regan in the spotlight to share the importance of monitoring and measuring workplace hazards.
Something in the air
Despite nearly two decades of regulations, harmful dusts and vapours and gases in the air are still killing workers. Tim Turney looks at how to provide a safer working environment.
Cultural change
Improving safety culture can reduce workplace fatalities and Matthew Elson gives an overview of how health and safety professionals can achieve this.
Fork in the road
Injuries occur in logistics, manufacturing and warehousing operations every year when operators are mounting and dismounting lift trucks and other warehouse equipment. HSM asks Laura Nelson what steps employers and forklift operators can take to help reduce the risk of injury.
In the spotlight with Mark Johnstone
HSM Managing Editor Mark Sennett sat down with JSP chief executive Mark Johnstone to reflect on spending nearly two decades in the health and safety sector.
Falling in line
Latest annual workplace fatality figures from the HSE show that falls from height were the biggest killer in 2017-18 but why are they remaining stubbornly high and what’s being done about it? Georgina Bisby investigates.
Use your head
Mackenzie Peters explores the importance of identifying and understanding the hazards on your worksite and choosing the right hard hat for the job.
Training matters
Mike Stevens looks at a three-step taxonomy for health and safety training – adequacy, competency and capability.
Looking ahead
As chief executive Teresa Budworth gets closer to her retirement from NEBOSH, HSM managing editor Mark Sennett finds out about her career in the health and safety industry and what her plans are for the future.
Get home safe
As Safetember, the Fork Lift Truck Association’s (FLTA) annual fork lift safety awareness campaign drew to a close, Peter Harvey discusses the challenges facing those responsible for ensuring safe operations.
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