articleAS TERRORISM becomes a credible risk for workplaces and public spaces alike, the OSH profession is being challenged to think beyond accidental harm. Matt Powell-Howard explains why counter-terrorism preparedness is a logical and necessary extension of occupational safety and health practice.
articleClaire Blakemore discusses how innovative evacuation solutions, supported by certified training and annual maintenance, can ensure the safe evacuation of everyone in an emergency.
productA global study by Chemtrec shows that almost a third of businesses (28%) under-prioritise their chemical emergency response and crisis management.
podcastTHE NINTH episode of the Health & Safety Matters (HSM) podcast is now available and it features interviews with NEBOSH director of learning Dee Arp and Evac+Chair International HR director Kelly Rock.
productEVAC+CHAIR International is investing to futureproof the business as it relocates to Blythe Valley Park (BVP) in Solihull, Birmingham, near junction 4, M42.
productEVAC+CHAIR WILL again be showcasing its world-leading emergency stair-descent solutions at this year’s Health & Safety Scotland.
productFrench industrial safety specialist
SERV Trayvou Interverrouillage has
developed the DEU (dispositif
d’évacuation d’urgence), a new
system to prevent an operator
becoming trapped in a dangerous
area. Made entirely from
productUK manufacturing businesses have a
strong future, according to Midlands
MEP, Malcolm Harbour, but, he says,
the industry needs more practical
measures to safeguard the sector.
During a site visit to
Birmingham-based,
productEvac+Chair International, a leading
supplier of emergency escape
equipment will be showcasing its
product range and celebrating a
successful start to the year.
On show will be all products from
the Evac+Chair Internat
productEvac+Chair , the provider
of specialist evacuation chair
systems, has been chosen by
the prestigious Birmingham
Royal Ballet to provide
additional support for
employees and visitors in
the event of an emergency
and ev
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