articleStriving for greater competency
Alan Murray discusses the ongoing need for greater competency in the procurement of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
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articleHigh impact
The US ANSI/ISEA 138-2019 hand protection impact standard is the most comprehensive in the world, yet many in the PPE industry are still unfamiliar with it. Eleanor Hirst provides a summary of ANSI/ISEA 138-2019 and why it’s so important.
articleTime for a tailored approach
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is the last resort for ensuring the safety of employees. But while supply shortages are easing, RS explores the other challenges buyers must get to grips to ensure it is fit for purpose.
articleSustainable workwear
Businesses expect suppliers to offer workwear that conforms to and supports their environmental agendas. Jim Harbidge looks at how responsible workwear is playing its part.
articleRescue mission
No two rescue missions are the same and responding to accidents at height can be even more challenging. Here, Stephen Morris looks at the importance of a well-prepared rescue plan.
articleMade for women
Ben Stacey considers how ergonomics and fabric technology combine in the design of sustainable women’s workwear.
articleBetter protected
With advances in personal protective equipment (PPE) combined with an increased knowlege of workplace hazards and dangers workers are better protected than ever before. But, it’s not time to rest on a laurels and our annual PPE survey uncovers the thoughts and opinions of those who really matter – the wearers and buyers of this life-saving protection. Kelly Rose reports.
newsCouncil plans mandatory lone worker protection
BRECKLAND COUNCIL initiates a drive to make personal safety devices mandatory PPE for staff.
productSupporting firefighter fitness
DRÄGER HAS donated five HPS Safeguard helmets to a group of firefighters who regularly compete in global firefighter fitness competitions to support their efforts, and promote fitness as a means of furthering firefighter health.
productDouble-award for Unigloves
UNIGLOVES IS celebrating a double accolade after being named in the top 100 UK’s Best Workplaces for Women just a few weeks after ranking in the top 100 UK’s Best Workplaces for Well-Being.
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