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articleArc Flash knowledge gap could be putting lives at risk
Arc Flash Protection specialist, ProGARM, in conjunction with the British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF), has commissioned a new study into electrical safety across UK industry in a bid to shine a spotlight on the potentially life changing and threatening risks of Arc Flash. Alarmingly, it reveals not only a lack of awareness at every level to current safety standards governing Arc Flash, but an apparent failure from employers to properly educate staff about this high-risk threat.
articleMachine safety: A hot topic
Managing director of Derbyshire-based Thermal Fluid Solutions (TFS), Richard Franklin, explains why companies with hazardous work conditions need to adopt a continuous risk assessment and management programme, and how doing so can save money as well as lives.
articleKey Developments in Construction Plant Hire Discussed at CPA Plant Conference
More than 150 key contacts from the likes of A-Plant, CITB, Clee Hill Plant, Costain, GAP, the Health & Safety Executive (HSE), Highways England and Skanska attended this year’s Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) Plant Conference which took place at the Heart of England Conference and Events Centre near Coventry.
productElectrician’s case
Hand tool manufacturer Wiha is launching its second generation Electrician’s Competence XXL. Tested and approved since 2015, this case concept is now offered with optimised contents precisely tailored to electricians’ needs.
productSmart pneumatic grid
Aventics and Boge Kompressoren have intelligently networked compressed air generators and compressed air consumers with their joint project, the Smart Pneumatic Grid.
product16 hints on how to easily create compliant, safe & efficient workplaces
Make your workplace compliant, safer and more efficient with durable pipe markers, safety signs, CLP-labels and area marking from Brady. Discover practical examples in our 16 visuals guide.
newsCompany fined £880k after ‘horrific’ fatality
A recycling company has been fined £880,000 and two people have been given suspended prison sentences after the death of an agency worker who was drawn into machinery while cleaning in the area.
articlePortable appliance testing: What you need to know
Portable appliance use is widespread across all industries, from a small-scale office to a large construction site. There is a clear business need for expertise in how often and how much Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) is necessary; to gain the benefit of that equipment while avoiding unnecessary cost.
productElectrical safety compliance in one
With around 1,000 serious accidents in the workplace each year and 16% of all fatalities linked to electricity, it’s clear to see how following simple safe isolation procedures and using the correct equipment can keep your team safe and avoid heavy penalties for non-compliance.
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