articleTHE BRITISH Safety Industry Federation will be at HSM Live Leeds with its ‘table of shame’, showcasing non-compliant and unsafe PPE found on sale in the UK. Visit their stand to learn how to ensure you’re sourcing safe, compliant products.
articleARC FLASH incidents pose a serious risk in high-hazard electrical environments. In this article, Tranemo Advanced Workwear has a conversation with ABB discussing the vital role of specialist PPE in protecting workers and managing electrical safety risks.
articleSAFETY FOOTWEAR has long been a passive line of defence — tough, reliable, and built to shield. But a new generation is emerging from labs and testing houses worldwide, redefining what work boots can do. Smarter, lighter and more advanced than ever, this isn’t sci-fi — it’s the future of protection says Matthew Roberts.
articleBETTER MONITORING and reporting of contamination risks in food products may have contributed to a perceived rise in occurrences. But the fact is, they are still relatively frequent, and probably more than consumers might expect. Neil Griffiths highlights the importance of standards in light of an increasing number of recalls.
newsNEW MARKET surveillance data highlights widespread failures in PPE performance, certification, and documentation.
articleJENNIFER XHUFI looks at how regulation, buyer expectations, and Net Zero targets are changing the PPE sector, and what that means for how gloves are designed and manufactured.
articleCHRIS ELLERBY looks at how action sports, test pilot technology and materials science are coming together to move head protection technology forward.
articleDAVID WARD explains why uniform design and fabric choice should be on the agenda for improved health and safety compliance in 2026
productDURING NATIONAL Apprenticeship Week, Wonder Grip has announced the appointment of Ian Hodgkinson – widely known as ‘The Hod’ – as its new brand ambassador.
productCLEAN HAS earned a Silver rating from EcoVadis, placing it in the top 15% of global textile services providers, with a score of 73 out of 100 (88th percentile).
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