Health and Safety Matters (HSM) magazine and the British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF) held a free webinar on how to comply with the new PPE regulations.

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As we all know, weather in the UK is somewhat changeable, so when it comes to protective workwear, how can individuals and businesses suitably prepare? Here, Khurram Akhtar of Supertouch explores some of the key weather-related scenarios and the potential solutions

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Keeping workers safe, warm, dry, comfortable and able to carry out the tasks they need to practically and physically are some of the fundamental questions that have to be answered when it comes to making the right outdoor workwear choices. HSM takes a whistle-stop tour from head to toe to look at some of the key things to consider when choosing outdoor workwear – and what some of the key safety, performance and legislative standards you need to work into those decisions.

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As the UK Safety market is aware the British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF) and its membership are dedicated to ensuring that the UK workforce receives the protection, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is designed to deliver.

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Wearable technology is the key to a safer and more productive workplace according to Cleo Cabuz, vice president of engineering at Honeywell Industrial Safety

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David Clark, managing director of the Hultafors Group UK, which owns Snickers Workwear, looks at how health and safety issues on site are influencing the development of ‘smarter’ working clothes and heralding a revolution in wearable technology.

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If there is a need for safety eyewear in a particular area of the factory floor, for a particular role, safety managers are erring on the side of caution and making the entire factory floor a safety eyewear zone. Jim Lythgow, director of strategic alliances, Specsavers Corporate Eyecare suggests that this precaution has an impact on the procurement of safety eyewear.

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According to new research, more than half of industrial workers are washing their workwear and protective clothing at home. Not only could this potentially risk their safety, it can breach safety regulations.

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HSM speaks to David Clark, UK managing director of the Hultafors Group - which designs and manufactures the Solid Gear and Toe Guard brands of safety shoes and boots - about the future of protective footwear.

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HSM readers are regularly updated on our efforts to forge strong relationships with Government organisations including Trading Standards, the national body conducting market surveillance, ensuring product compliance.

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Protecting the eyes in the workplace from the damaging effects of too much sunlight is vital, and not only in summer. Clair Weston, marketing manager at UVEX (UK), provides insight into choosing the right safety eyewear lens coatings.

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For the past few years, headlines around the world have been asking whether heat stress could represent a global health crisis. Indeed, a growing body of research points to reductions in labour productivity as a result of heat stress.

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Most health and safety managers know the importance of occupational OH&S practices, but are often not equipped with accurate results to implement improved strategies. Andrew Ronchi, CEO of dorsaVi, says that wearable technology is an innovative and cost effective solution, giving companies new confidence to make data-driven decisions for their workers.

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The wellbeing of workers who spend time on their knees for prolonged periods is a major concern when you consider how commonplace knee injuries are. David Clark, managing director of the Hultafors Group UK, examines the options.

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New members Wefit RPE recently joined the BSIF because the company sees the merits of the Federation’s Fit2Fit scheme in its every day dealings with clients.

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The market for personal protective equipment (PPE) is growing globally, fuelled by mounting awareness of workplace safety and increasing legislation. Claire Weston marketing manager at Uvex says that alongside this growth in demand, PPE buyers are becoming more discerning, demanding better performance as well as low prices.

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Kirsten Rein from Fashion and Technical Textiles reveals how this year's A+A in Düsseldorf looks set to be focusing on fashion.

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Personal Protection Equipment Essentials in Construction...George Elliott, technical service engineer at 3M and Amanda Bradley, global category manager – PPE at RS Components discuss available health and safety guidance and the importance of selecting the right personal protection equipment (PPE) for the construction industry.

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Many people will remember the old washing-up advertisement from the 1980s, which extolled the kindness of the ‘mild green’ solution to the hands – just one example of the promotion of products in the home to respect, protect, and keep hands safe. But in the workplace, says Clair Weston, marketing manager, Uvex (UK), individuals often don’t take the same amount of care.

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By George Elliott, technical service engineer at 3M.

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In response to customer feedback, TraffiGlove, has updated its website in order to make it responsive and compatible with those using tablets and smartphones on the go.

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Hose and Cable management has now become a major factor in health and safety along with improving efficiency in the workplace.

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There are approximately 40,000 new diagnoses of work-related skin disease per year and statistics show that skin cancer is a developing issue; of the 2055 cases reported of work-related skin disease, 73% were dermatitis and 19% were skin cancer.

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Hose and Cable management is a major factor in health and safety in the workplace and the Kiowa AV Slow Retraction Powder Coated reel is a must

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GrittyFOAM is a rich-cream heavy duty foaming hand cleanser with suspended, non-abrasive cornmeal bio-scrubbers™ for deep-cleaning action without damaging the skin or the environment.

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Conforms to EN 471 Class 3 and RIS-3279-TOM and EN 343 3:3.

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Simple two button operation

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The high-performing uvex phynomic XS safety glove protects against a multitude of workplace hazards, yet is the purest glove on the market. The impregnated coating of the uvex phynomic XS is so sensitive that it can even be used on industrial touch screen monitors, saving the worker from having to remove their gloves every time they touch a screen and potentially putting themselves at risk.

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11.96m Scissor Lift

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The RS system meets the highest safety requirements and benefits the process, people and workplace as well as your budget while making work much more easy and efficient.

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Hose and Cable management is a major factor in health and safety in the workplace and the Kiowa AV Slow Retraction reel is a must.

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17m Dual Fuel Articulated Tracked Boom

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From 1" to 6" in a wide range of material options, TODO-MATIC® Dry-Break® couplings offer advanced fluid handling solutions for a diverse range of industries.

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To find out what thousands of people world wide already know about Derma Shield take advantage of our Risk Free Trial offer for skin care.

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The First Aid at Work course is designed to help employers meet legal requirements of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and is formally certificated by the First Aid Industry Body (F.A.I.B. approved).

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