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18 October 2023
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If you spend most of your time on a construction site, you’ll know that hitting your head can be part of the job. Most of the time, it’s minor bumps, but sometimes it can be harder hits. Common accidents can be knocks to the side of the head, falling objects, slips, trips or falls. These can be angled impacts, and angled impacts can create a rotational motion, explains Chris Tidy.
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18 October 2023
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While the public recognises Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as being face masks, gloves, safety boots and eye safety wear, bizarrely head-worn sports protection is in some instances not regarded as PPE by players, coaches, parents, governing bodies, schools and clubs. Judith McMinn explores why head-worn protection in sport has until now been largely ignored as PPE, and how new, innovative, head-worn PPE can reduce brain injury, against sport’s growing global crisis over concussion and early-onset dementia.
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24 August 2023
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This year's PPE survey gets beneath the surface of and reveals the thoughts and opinions of those who really matter – the users and buyers of PPE. Kelly Rose looks at the results.
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31 July 2023
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From false product certifications and missing documentation to misleading performance claims, non-compliant personal protective equipment and safety products are rife and can present significant risks. The British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF)'s Check, Select, Protect scheme provides a simple solution for procuring appropriate products
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18 May 2023
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This month we put the spotlight on Clive Johnstone, founder of JSP and winner of the Lifetime Achievement Award at The Safety & Health Excellence Awards 2023.
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15 May 2023
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In an ever-evolving climate, taking the pulse of the industry to get a snapshot of key areas affecting health and safety professionals in their roles is vital, says Ryan Plummer.
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03 April 2023
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With much of BSIF’s focus and resource dedicated to removing unsafe non-compliant PPE and safety equipment from the market, Alan Murray enjoys the opportunity to talk about the BSIF Product Innovation Awards finalists 2023.
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15 May 2023
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The primary role of safety and workwear is simple – effective protection of the end user. While the construction industry works hard to address legacy gender disparities in the workforce, the male orientation of PPE remains a daily reminder of the work left to do. Here, Sangeeta Aeri covers the issues surrounding inclusive safety workwear.
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15 May 2023
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Peter Dumigan takes a look at the problems associated with permanent damage to the knee and how to prevent long-term issues.
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07 March 2023
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Tackling the significant environmental impact of PPE should be top of the agenda in industry, says Nik Rilatt.
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30 January 2023
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Well-fitting PPE should be prioritised to maintain safety, compliance and productivity, according to Neil Major.
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01 December 2022
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I would like to welcome you all to the 2023 Guide to British Safety Industry. The purpose of this Guide is to provide you with an overview of the safety and health industry in the UK and equip you with a useful reference tool on the range of products available. The Guide is also a source of sensible and proportionate advice on implementing safety, health and environmental policies, ensuring that the UK is kept safe & healthy while at work.
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28 November 2022
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When it comes to electrical safety, both employees and employers need to take charge to ensure they have the right level of protection. Peter Dumigan takes a look at the importance of protective wear.
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24 November 2022
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This month we put Nik Rilatt from RS Safety Solutions in the spotlight to find out how he found himself working in the world of health and safety.
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10 October 2022
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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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05 October 2022
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We put the spotlight on PPE and our latest survey uncovers the views and opinions about PPE regulation, procurement and innovation. Kelly Rose looks at the results.
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06 October 2022
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Andrzej Palka explores the means to improve PPE sustainability performance, including reducing waste and improving efficiencies in the supply chain, while maintaining the highest levels of PPE performance and worker protection.
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14 September 2022
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With sustainability becoming a key issue across all aspects of business, Clair Weston provides some top tips on buying PPE that will protect both people and the planet
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14 September 2022
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This month we put Cromwell's Neil Jowsey in the spotlight to find out how he found himself working in the world of health and safety.
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23 August 2022
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Throughout 2021, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) found that close to half a million workers across the UK suffered from work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs) with conditions affecting the lower limbs – including the knees – being the third most prevalent. As part of its #KneelSmartKneelSafe campaign, ToughBuilt has been discovering the human stories behind this statistic. Matt Handley explains more.
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