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01 March 2021
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FACE PROTECTION products such as safety glasses, masks and visors have all been brought into much sharper focus during the Covid-19 pandemic. They’re all critical components in the PPE framework that ensures wellbeing and safety at work.
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25 November 2020
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Despite a fantastic selection of safety eyewear on the market, there is still a significant number of incidents affecting the eyes and eyesight. Here, uvex provides guidance on how to select the most suitable safety eyewear for the wearer.
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25 November 2020
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The global COVID-19 pandemic has created significant challenges for safety managers across almost every industry sector. From a hand hygiene and disposable glove perspective, the impact has been felt at both ends of the scale with greater awareness and acceptance on one hand and demand outstripping supply. Here, Donald Gillespie looks at the impact Covid-19 has had.
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09 December 2020
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This month we put Jen Matthews in the spotlight to find out how a circumstantial opportunity landed her firmly in the health and safety industry.
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12 August 2020
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Respirable Crystalline Silica (RCS) is one of the most common naturally occurring elements on the planet. Found in the earth’s crust, crystalline silica is a key component of sand, granite and other naturally occurring minerals. George Elliott takes us through the dangers of RCS, how employers can reduce exposure and types of respiratory protective equipment (RPE) to consider for protection from silica dust.
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11 August 2020
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Selecting the right fire protective garments for your team is essential, but with so many options out there, Reece Buchner explains some of the standards and regulations you need to be aware of when deciding on the right PPE for your team.
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10 August 2020
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This month we put Peter Dumigan in the spotlight to find out about his route into the health and safety sector, career highlights and the impact workwear has on wellbeing.
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03 August 2020
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uvex explores the impacts of lower-limb fatigue on productivity, worker health and footwear implications. By Dr Caleb Wegener PhD (Biomechanics), B App Sc (Pod) Hons
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16 September 2020
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Uvex provides an understanding the ISEA 138 Impact Protection Standard.
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01 June 2020
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HSM and 3M's latest webinar provided valuable insight into Noise Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL).
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01 July 2020
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Noise induced hearing loss is irreparable but avoidable, so it is time to start taking hearing protection seriously, says Peter Dumigan.
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19 March 2020
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To protect staff, employers need to understand the risks on site. Here, Peter Dumigan gives an insight into the certification of protective wear.
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29 July 2020
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The importance of high-quality safety eyewear is well-known, but we are still see ing many eye injuries sustained at work. Here, Clair Weston provides guidance on what's on offer and how to make a choice.
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08 June 2020
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Comfort, fit and aesthetics are all important factors for ensuring employees wear their vital safety eyewear. Jim Lythgow explores the options.
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21 January 2020
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According to RIDDOR statistics, being struck on the head by moving, flying or falling objects accounted for 13% of worker deaths from 2014-19, and 10% of non-fatal injuries in 20191. Taking this into account, head protection is essential, and there are many factors to consider when it comes to choosing and specifying hard hats. Here, Mackenzie Peters takes a look two major aspects – hard had customisation and the risks of economy priced PPE.
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11 December 2019
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HSM's latest webinar saw Jim Cliff, Alan Murray and Richard Cunningham come together to give an insight into head protection.
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04 December 2019
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Comfort and protection are two key benefits of having the right safety footwear. Here, Stuart Thorne explores the many other advantages.
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27 November 2019
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There are many risks on site and protective workwear can offer an important defence from working hazards. Here, Peter Dumigan looks at what's on offer.
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10 October 2019
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Physical and mental health can be connected, and Chris Brooks looks at the importance of self-care and looking after your skin is a step in the right direction for workers.
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25 September 2019
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Outdoor workers need to protect their hands more than most as they are facing the elements. Hilary Nouwens gives an update on cold-related illnesses and preventative action.
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