newsThe BSIF has been made aware that counterfeit and sub-standard safety helmets believed to be of Asian origin and marked under the brand name ‘Burly’ and ‘MkII’ have found their way onto the international market.
newsApproximately two in three accidents at work are caused by the non or inappropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
newsThe deadline for the BSIF Safety Awards has now passed and the BSIF received a steady stream of entries all hoping to have their chance to win one of these prestigious awards.
newsThe ‘Best Practice in Spill Prevention in The Waste Management Industry’ is now available to download for free from www.bsif.co.uk.
news‘Construction Spill Prevention Matters’ is a free e-report commissioned by the BSIF and the EA, which discusses the challenges faced in preventing spills, environmental hazards and the cost implications of such issues occurring.
productEach year up to 40,000 new cases of dermatitis are diagnosed and thousands of people have to live with the pain and discomfort.
blogAs we move into and through the party political conference season, it will be very interesting to see what prominence, if any, health and safety receives. Will the parties ignore the issue? Make outlandish statements about its burden? Or recognise the true value of a healthy workforce?
articleTo recognise his time in the health and safety industry and mark his retirement in 2014, David Lummis, CEO of the BSIF, will be presenting an award at the Federation’s annual Networking Event on 7 October. The award will be presented to an individual who he considers has made an outstanding contribution to the progress and reputation of the health and safety industry.
productThe Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Directive is a fundamental piece of European legislation relating to occupational safety throughout Europe. The Directive is currently under review and the revised version is likely to come into effect fully by the end of 2016 or early 2017.
articleIn July, the BSIF asked members for their comments on the HSE in response to the call for submissions on the HSE Triennial Review.
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