A new dawn for construction design and management
Paul Bussey, associate – technical, Scott Brownrigg, examines the ramifications of the Construction Design and Management (CDM) Regulations 2015.
On with the show
Safety and Health Expo will once again be flying the flag for UK and international OSH professionals at ExCeL London from 16 to 18 June, showcasing new products and training for the health and safety industry and bringing together thought leaders from across the industry to discuss policy, practice and legislation.
Kick out convention
By their nature construction sites and the depots servicing them harbour many potential dangers. These sites require frequent deliveries of large, often heavy and bulky materials every day. Kevin Wilkinson, Catnic’s business development manager recognises that loading, checking and unloading these vehicles in a safe and compliant way presents its own challenges for those responsible for health and safety on site. He takes a look at what can be done.
Staying safe at height
Accessing rooftop plant on construction sites opens up an array of health and safety issues. Joe Rose, technical marketing manager at Big Foot Systems, explains how a non-penetrative framework can provide the solution.
A clean sweep
Dr Peter Barratt, technical manager, Initial Washroom Hygiene and Luke Rutterford, technical manager, Rentokil Specialist Hygiene, explain how maintaining a clean working environment is the foundation of any successful business.
Should we clean our ductwork?
Facilities managers, property managers and employers often ask health and safety professionals whether they should clean their ductwork. Craig Booth, technical sales manager and founding chairman of the UK Ventilation Hygiene branch of the Building and Engineering Services Association, describes the legislative and standards background to cleaning ductwork.
A day in the life of Mary Cameron
Each issue HSM speaks to a member of the BOHS about the challenges and rewards of working as an occupational hygienist. This issue we talk to Mary Cameron, occupational hygienist at Air Tech ECS.
Working with LNG – why consistency is essential
Paul Taylor has more than 30 years’ experience in designing, installing and maintaining passive fire protection systems to protect liquid natural gas (LNG) assets. Deborah Services’ fire protection manager talks about why he is calling for a universally accepted database to help protect lives and LNG assets.
Seasons in the sun
With predictions of a heatwave this summer and a series of new studies that have found construction workers are at a higher risk of skin cancer, ECIS, the employee benefits company for the construction industry is warning contractors to protect themselves and their employees from harmful sun exposure.
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