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The fight against falls

Falls from height remain leading cause of workplace fatality. Louise Charlton looks at how you can mitigate the risk of working at height.

The future of monitoring

Bob Latimer discusses the benefits of automated monitoring systems for airborne hazards as complimenting the role of health and safety managers and occupational hygienists.

Smart and connected technology is playing an increasingly vital role in improving safety, providing better visibility and more effective management of airborne hazards in a wide range of setting. Becca Dodds provides an insight.

Double danger

While the fall risks associated with working at height are well-documented, the less immediately apparent yet equally significant threat of chemical exposure often exists alongside them. Choosing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that effectively addresses both hazards involves a nuanced balance of material compatibility, ergonomic considerations, and performance demands, says Steve Marnach.

Panoramic view of safety

Düsseldorf will again become the meeting point for the international community for the future of work from 4 to 7 November for the next instalment of A+A 2025.

Check, select and protect

Do you purchase Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) or Safety Products? Do you use PPE or Safety Products at work? If so, how do you know what you’re purchasing is actually going to provide the protection levels claimed? The British Safety Industry Federation will be on hand at HSM Live Scotland to offer advice on how you can purchase compliant PPE.

In the spotlight with John Hooker

As John Hooker steps into his new role as CEO of the British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF), we explore his journey in the health and safety industry and his hopes for the future.

Protecting workers from solid particle hazards

SOLID PARTICLES in industrial and manufacturing environments pose significant hazards to employees and present complex challenges for health and safety professionals. In this Q&A, we speak to Steve Marnach about the health risks associated with dust exposure, the challenges HSE managers face in protecting workers, and best practices for selecting appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Moving forwards

WHEN IT comes to footwear selection for work, the needs of the task in hand and the wearer needs to be considered. Tom Harper explores the advances in this vital protection.

Wearability is key

As well as ensuring eyewear is compliant, it must also be wearable, as if it doesn’t stay on, it doesn’t protect, says Clair Weston.

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