articleKeeping safety uniform
DAVID WARD explains why uniform design and fabric choice should be on the agenda for improved health and safety compliance in 2026
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newsDerbyshire Police prosecuted for failing to protect officers
DERBYSHIRE POLICE has been fined £60k after several of its officers were injured when a riot training exercise went wrong.
productHeat and UV safety for outdoor work
IN HOT environments and under high UV exposure, adding sun protection to helmets is essential to help reduce heat stress and protect outdoor workers from harmful ultraviolet rays.
newsReview PPE stock and purchasing processes, urges BSIF
THE BRITISH Safety Industry Federation (BSIF) is urging organisations across the UK to use January to review their PPE stock and the processes they use to source it, as concerns continue to grow around the safety and compliance of products sold through online marketplaces.
newsMale-fit PPE leaves UK women unsafe
TENS OF thousands of women across the UK feel unsafe, embarrassed and scared at work because they are forced to wear Personal Protective Equipment designed for men’s bodies.
productReturn of popular chainsaw trousers
SOLIDUR HAS announced the return of its much-loved COMFY Type C Chainsaw Trousers. Back by popular demand and now distributed exclusively in the UK by Severnside Safety Supplies, the relaunched COMFY trousers combine all round leg protection, lightweight performance, and unrivalled comfort.
articleDouble danger
While the fall risks associated with working at height are well-documented, the less immediately apparent yet equally significant threat of chemical exposure often exists alongside them. Choosing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that effectively addresses both hazards involves a nuanced balance of material compatibility, ergonomic considerations, and performance demands, says Steve Marnach.
webinarWelding and Abrasive Safety: Controls to protect workers and reduce risk
This webinar will address welding and abrasive hazards, highlighting how the right choice of PPE and abrasives can reduce risks and promote a safe, efficient work environment.
articleProtecting 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).
videoLacuna | CT1073SL | Latex Crinkle | Premium Work Glove | Cut Resistant Glove | Cut Level F
This is a cut-level ‘F’ work glove crafted using a blended high-tensile filament fibre running through each strand.
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