Lost time injuries are the principal benchmark of a company’s safety performance. Here Danny Adamson looks at the signage recommended for warehouse sites, and how this can be used to both safeguard and promote health and safety awareness amongst workers.

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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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Chris Packham, dermatological engineer at EnviroDerm Services, explores the dos and don'ts of hand hygiene as a method of infection prevention.

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HSM and 3M's latest webinar provided valuable insight into Noise Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL).

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Wendy Baker, marketing manager at Hughes Safety Showers, discusses why protecting the health, safety and welfare of the workforce is the responsibility of every employer, whether working with hazardous substances or not.

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30 years ago all our major rivers were open sewers. Now we have otters in every English county and 97% of our bathing beaches pass European standards. But are England’s rivers still among the most polluted in Europe? Here, Miles Hillmann asks Helen Wakeham from the Environment Agency (EA) about water pollution incidents in Britain and the value to companies and other organisations of public recognition through entering the BSIF Water Pollution Prevention Award.

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THE UK will import 72% of gas requirements by 2030 and liquifying gas for import is hugely energy intensive, so importing our gas requirements increases global carbon emissions, explains Miles Hillmann of Fosse Liquitrol.

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Safe evacuation for all is imperative and evacuation plans need to consider the design of the building and the occupants inside. Colin Moore looks at the options for individuals needing assistance.

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As asecos celebrates its 25-year anniversary, Mark Sennett visits their impressive newly expanded headquarters in Gründau, Germany and asks Sascha Kunkel how the company is raising awareness of the risks associated with hazardous materials and helping to create safer workplaces.

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Fire Safety North returns to EventCity in Manchester on 8-9 October for the third consecutive year, boasting a wealth of free educational content and live demonstrations.

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Wireless fire alarm systems play a major role during the development of construction sites and Bradley Markham believes fires on site can be minimised by investing in wireless fire alarm systems.

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There are many methods for rescuing workers trapped in confined spaces and Andy Williams gives an insight into the different methods of extraction from a difficult space.

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Chris Stanley stresses the importance of underfoot safety in premises, which is not just about slip and trip prevention, but is also about employee comfort and wellbeing.

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HSM managing editor Mark Sennett puts some questions to Dame Judith Hackitt to find out how her independent review of the Building Regulations and fire safety has been received and what's next for her.

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After many years of successful application BAFE’s fire-extinguisher maintenance and service scheme (SP101) has recently been revised. General manager Stephen Adams explains the changes

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Arc Flash Protection specialist, ProGARM, in conjunction with the British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF), has commissioned a new study into electrical safety across UK industry in a bid to shine a spotlight on the potentially life changing and threatening risks of Arc Flash. Alarmingly, it reveals not only a lack of awareness at every level to current safety standards governing Arc Flash, but an apparent failure from employers to properly educate staff about this high-risk threat.

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As winter creeps up on us, norovirus outbreaks and flu epidemics occur more frequently, ensuring best hygiene practice is vital. Dr Peter Barratt, technical manager at Initial Washroom Hygiene explains how good hand hygiene can lead to increased employee wellbeing, and most importantly, is a simple way to reduce the spread of bacteria and viruses.

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Matthew Elson, CEO of SHE Software examines how new advances in technology could have the potential to transform the approach to workplace safety,

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Upcoming changes to the Ionising Radiation Regulations 1999 (IRR1999) will no doubt put radon on the radar for many businesses, as the UK looks to reduce the maximum levels of radon permissible in the workplace. With the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) also planning to overhaul how organisations notify the watchdog of unsafe levels of exposure, Ian Mitchell, principal consultant – radon at Bureau Veritas, examines the potential impact of the reforms and why companies must act now to comply with

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The HSM Campaigns Hub provides you with information on the latest health & safety initiatives and how you can get involved. This month we examine the LOcHER Project.

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Part of the Pulsar Nova range of high-performance Decibel Meters (also known as sound level meters). An easy to use, robust and accurate meter ideal for Noise at Work assessments.

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The perfect meter for noise spot checks, checking audible alarms and where a quick assessment of noise levels is required.

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Measure area heat and humidity or personal heart rate and core body temperature

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Cleanline Ultra Disinfectant is a high performance disinfectant with broad spectrum activity against bacteria, yeast and viruses.

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Understand your risk better by trusting Cardinus to carry out your insurance risk surveys with our nationwide team of surveyors.

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Wiper Centrefeed Pristine 2-Ply Blue Case of 6 Rolls

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The Skipper road cone is a revolutionary two-piece cone that outperforms its competitors in all areas.

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Position switches with safety function are suitable for sliding and hinged safety guards which need to be closed to ensure the necessary operational security.

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The Cygnus control panel combines simple installation and user control with optimum performance.

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Alan Murray warns of the dangers of failing to ensure that hazardous and combustible substances are properly stored.

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We offer a complete solution to help you manage all elements of Display Screen Equipment compliance programme across your organisation.

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Optoelectronic safety device are used as entry, danger point or danger zone guards.

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Actuated by physical contact, tactile safety monitoring devices stop the hazardous movement. The diversity of applications requires constructively different devices.

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We offer flexible health and safety consultancy from a team of highly qualified and experienced safety professionals to help your organisation manage health and safety more effectively.

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The DC 2900 is Dustcontrol’s most popular dust extractor. It is suitable for vacuum cleaning and source extraction from handheld power tools (with up to 5” suction casings) and small table saws.

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