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Call for robust secondary legislation to support PRAM Act

BSIF JOINS coalition calling for robust secondary legislation to support the Product Regulation and Metrology (PRAM) Act.

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Inspections uncover gaps in noise protection

THREE-QUARTERS of noisy workplaces lacked essential knowledge on maintaining hearing protection equipment, inspections have found.

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Protecting workers from solid particle hazards

SOLID PARTICLES in industrial and manufacturing environments pose significant hazards to employees and present complex challenges for health and safety professionals. In this Q&A, we speak to Steve Marnach about the health risks associated with dust exposure, the challenges HSE managers face in protecting workers, and best practices for selecting appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

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Call for action on mental health in the hard hat industries

IN SUPPORT of World Suicide Prevention Day on 10 September 2025, Pirtek UK & Ireland is urging leaders across engineering, construction and the industrial sectors to take meaningful action on mental health – particularly among male workers in the hard hat industries.

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Mandatory sight tests for drivers over 70 considered

THE ASSOCIATION of Optometrists and The College of Optometrists have welcomed the move that will be the most significant shake-up of driving laws in a decade.

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Dräger showcases lifesaving technologies at DSEI UK 2025 

DRÄGER IS showcasing a range of sophisticated capabilities to further the safety, health and wellbeing of defence and security personnel at DSEI 2025.

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Emergency workers need proactive injury prevention strategies

EVERY SHIFT, firefighters, paramedics, and police officers push their bodies to the limit – dragging hoses, lifting patients, restraining individuals – placing immense strain on muscles and joints.