productDuPont Personal protection will be exhibiting both new and existing products at Health & Safety North, including the Tyke Classic Xpert disposable coverall, the new FallX fall arrest coverall and a range of arc flash protective solutions using Nomex.
productThe Redbacks non-foam, safety kneepad is said to be the first on the market to have built-in Biomaster antimicrobial protection, which uses silver ion technology to attack micro-organisms and the growth of odour-causing bacteria at source, helping to protect the wearer from knee infection and prevent the spread of disease.
productIn certain environments workers may need a protective coverall in addition to a fall arrest system. However, layering coveralls and harnesses can be risky: the wearer must ensure they are compatible; extra training must be given; and comfort could be compromised.
productStrong and durable Workforce socks are engineered to meet the demands of strenuous employment. Providing comfort and protection, they help to ensure you can get on with the job at hand.
productRoyal Mail staff in Southampton have been participating in a vision screening programme provided by Specsavers Corporate Eyecare. 500 members of staff benefitted from a vision screening day, held on-site at the Southampton Mail Centre.
productDiversified technology company 3M will be offering visitors to the Health & Safety North event at the Bolton Arena on 9-10 October 2013 a ‘behind the scenes’ look at the different areas of its ‘safety solutions’ service.
productHearing protection specialist barrear has a team of NHS trained Audiologists and Earmould Technicians with 50+ years healthcare experience who are registered and insured to carry out necessary otoscopy – a medical ear examination via auriscope.
productArco has signed a partnership with GORE-TEX fabric manufacturer Gore, making Arco the only industrial distributor in Europe to hold a GORE-TEX Brand Trade Mark License for waterproof garments and footwear.
articleLong-term and repeated exposure to harmful levels of noise can result in chronic health effects, known as Noise Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL). Providing employees with protection from noise hazards in the workplace is a legal requirement. Sarah Broadbent, from 3M, looks at a four-stage programme to help employers understand and implement an effective hearing conservation strategy, covering the identification of potential noise hazards and selection of appropriate hearing protection.
productCirrus Research has recorded a Guinness World Record (GWR) bid for the World’s loudest shout.
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