newsYou may believe that Europe and the EU are a major drain on our resources and ability to trade with the rest of the world or alternatively that it is better to be part of the big club and benefit from within. Whichever, there is one small part we should all be glad we are firmly embedded within. I refer to the CE norms, which all personal protective equipment (PPE) is obliged to conform too.
articleWith impending changes to health and safety legislation, David Lummis, CEO of the British Safety Industry Federation comments on how these will have an impact on employers.
articleTo recognise his time in the health and safety industry and mark his retirement in 2014, David Lummis, CEO of the BSIF, will be presenting an award at the Federation’s annual Networking Event on 7 October. The award will be presented to an individual who he considers has made an outstanding contribution to the progress and reputation of the health and safety industry.
productThe Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Directive is a fundamental piece of European legislation relating to occupational safety throughout Europe. The Directive is currently under review and the revised version is likely to come into effect fully by the end of 2016 or early 2017.
articleIn July, the BSIF asked members for their comments on the HSE in response to the call for submissions on the HSE Triennial Review.
articleWork related skin diseases can be caused by the skin coming into contact with hazardous substances, this is preventable yet 40,000 new cases are recorded every year by the HSE and it’s only the tip of the iceberg based on anecdotal evidence.
articleIf you are a user of Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) that requires a face seal, it is a requirement of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) that each respirator is face fit checked to each user. This is to ensure that the mask is capable of achieving a satisfactory seal on each user’s face and will not allow inward leakage, when worn correctly.
productThe recent editorial comment from Georgina Bisby of Health & Safety Matters (How not to get stung!) highlights concerns about advice from safety suppliers which warrants some further comment.
newsOn 7th October, the British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF) hosted its Networking Event and Gala Dinner, that saw the presentation of three awards to recognise the hard work and contribution of individuals and companies from within the industry.
newsThe BSIF is reminding people about the importance of being vigilant when buying PPE, and in particular head protection, after Builders Merchant Jewson was fined £14,000 for supplying sub-standard safety helmets.
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