productFirst consumer test of reusable face coverings
WHICH? TESTED 15 reusable face coverings, discovering that the worst allowed 93% of potentially harmful particles to escape.
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newsPoor planning leaves worker paralysed
A COMPANY and an individual have been fined after a worker suffered life changing injuries while dismantling an external platform lift.
newsCouncil fined £300,000 after child falls from height
CHESHIRE WEST and Chester Council has been fined after a young child fell almost three metres to the floor from a gap in railings, sustaining serious head injuries.
newsLorry drivers must have welfare facilities, says Unite
UNITE IS calling on MPs and councillors to ensure that decent welfare facilities are installed at all lorry parks built in the county, to manage transport delays as a result of the UK’s transition deal with the European Union ceasing at the end of December.
newsAsbestos should be managed during lockdown
ASBESTOS PROFESSIONAL and trade bodies have issued a joint statement to remind those responsible that asbestos should still be managed through the latest lockdown.
articleFrom the CEO’s desk – November 2020
This month, Alan Murray provides an update on regulations for Covid related PPE and the future regulatory requirements as the UK moves to a new conformity assessment regime, under the UKCA marking protocol.
newsMissed eye tests risk surge in sight loss
THE CHARITY Eye Health UK has warned that missed sight tests and low public awareness of the symptoms of eye disease, risks leading to a surge in avoidable sight loss as well as increases in mental health issues and falls.
newsGas detection safety alert from the HSE
THIS SAFETY alert highlights the risk of misleading gas detection readings associated with the use of sampling tubes with pumped gas detectors. Sampling tubes are sometimes used to extend the reach of the detection device and/or to allow detection at an increased distance from the user.
productSeasonal PPE
IN THE UK, we enjoy some of the most varied weather patterns in the world. It’s part of what makes up Britain and gives us something to discuss over a cup of tea and a pack of Hobnobs, so we adapt and learn to cope with it. Similarly, in the world of safety it’s so important to make sure you adapt to the weather, ensuring you’re protected without compromising your health.
productSafer Highways
BSIF ARE pleased to announce that we have forged another strong relationship with the team at Safer Highways who are dedicated to delivering safety in their sector. The Safer Highway Group join us as associate members and we have reciprocated in joining Safer Highways.
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