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Is it time to upgrade your fall protection PPE?

WHEN IT comes to fall protection PPE (personal protective equipment), is compliance with legal standards enough? Alfonso Fernandez of MSA Safety explains why it pays to go the extra mile when protecting your employees.

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PPE buyers urged to Check-Select-Protect

THE BRITISH Safety Industry Federation (BSiF) is urging buyers and end users of PPE and safety equipment to follow a simple process when specifying products to ensure that they are fit for purpose.

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Latest on UKCA marking

ON THE 20 June 2022 the Government published easements to the previous guidance on UKCA implementation, as per the information contained in the BSIF “Bulletin” of June 23rd 2022. That Government publication was of course general guidance and covered the range of manufactured goods which moved from the CE to the UKCA and UKNI regimes.

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Working in harmony

When it comes to PPE, compatibility is key. Here, Louise Charlton provides an insight into selecting truly compatible above the neck PPE.

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Head for safety

Understanding the risks around head injuries in construction is key to preventing head injuries. Chris Tidy explains why.

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A clear view

Safety eyewear needs to be worn in order for it to protect the wearer, but if there is mist on the lens then the glasses are often removed – providing a genuine danger. Coralie Mortimer looks at the solution to this problem.

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Step in the right direction

Having the right footwear is one of the measures that can help avoid slips and trips in the workplace. James Abbott explains what you need to know about slip resistant footwear.

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