productAre they qualified?
The BSIF explains why looking for a qualification is not always enough
There has been much debate and deliberation recently on
the awaited government review into health and safety
being carried out by Lord Young. This
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productSupporting the safety industry
HSM talks to the BSIF’s new chief executive David Lummis about his recent
appointment and how he plans to lead the BSIF into a new era
With over 30 years experience within the safety
industry, a proven track record for
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productFrom the Secretary’s desk
We are now looking forward to working with David Lummis, our new CEO, who took post in September. While the BSIF is strong and has developed well over recent years, there is little doubt that a fresh approach and the initiatives he will generate will enhance the BSIF’s position as a key stakeholder in the UK safety industry.
productBSIF appoints CEO
In order to lead a fundamental review of the structure of the BSIF to ensure that it maintains and grows its position as a leading stakeholder within the UK safety industry, the new position of Chief Executive Officer has been created.
productThe difficulties of deciding which safety equipment is ‘suitable’ for you
The increasing attention to health & safety must eventually contribute to safer working practices but the BSIF has serious concerns about the ability of purchasers of safety equipment to gain accurate information in a simple and easily understood form at the point of sale.
productPPE Directive & Standards issues:Fall arrest products
The decision of the EU Commission to advise in the Official Journal that structural anchors are not PPE and the reluctance of the standards makers to amend EN 795 [now in process] has created much confusion over the past 10 years. More recently a similar decision to take away the harmonised status of EN 353-1 is also causing confusion when fall arrest products are selected and purchased.
productA real success story! Fewer injuries, fewer deaths, better safety at work
How often do you read the newspaper or talk to your friends and hear tales of the ‘stupidity’ of the ‘Elf & Safety’ culture in the UK…
newsChange to EN149 simplified in downloadable booklet
The British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF) has produced a new user guide to offer clear advice to respiratory protective equipment (RPE) users, specifiers and suppliers following a number of amendments to the standards for RPE earlier this year…
newsAccessing suitable safety equipment
It is thought British industry spends in excess of £1 billion1 a year on personal protective equipment (PPE) yet poor selection and misuse means that much of this investment is wasted…
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