articleIn the wake of a traumatic incident, it’s inevitable that the focus is on physical wounds. Psychological damage is less of a priority – and also less likely to be dealt with in the right way – even though the implications can be more long-lasting and serious for organisational operations, explains Mandy Rutter
productAn extract system fan drone can create a potential environmental noise problem. Silencers don’t tackle the source of the problem and can reduce the system efficiency, according to the Industrial Noise and Vibration Centre (INVC).
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productWhen racing engine designer and manufacturer Ilmor Engineering won a large contract with the US giant General Motors, its managers knew this would result in significantly increased production as well as noise levels across the manufacturing and testing departments.
productEVAC+CHAIR INTERNATIONAL is a original manufacturer and one of the world’s leading supplier of evacuation chairs, designed to allow people who are mobility impaired to safely descend staircases in the event of an emergency, without the need for lifting or great physical strength.
productTemperature control specialist ICS Cool Energy is advising companies to find alternative solutions to their existing R22 systems before 1st January 2015, when recycled or reclaimed hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) will no longer be used to service refrigeration and air conditioning equipment: the company recommends energy efficient Turbocor systems.
productMultitone, communication systems for critical communications, has announced that Azzurri Communications, a leading independent provider of managed communications services, has become a Multitone strategic partner, further enhancing its strategic partner alliance programme.
articleDrug driving legislation introduced earlier this year and expected to come into force in 2014, allows police officers to perform a roadside saliva based drug test if they suspect a person’s driving has been influenced by drugs. Mark Burrup explains the implications for employers.
articleAs changes to the law on whistleblowing come into effect, lawyer Sarah Hogg, details what companies need to know about handling whistleblowing situations.
productThe fine and penalty for being caught using a hand-held phone while driving was increased earlier this year. Transport Minister Patrick McLoughlin MP also recently called for a police crackdown on drivers using mobile phones.
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