Sharing good practice
The launch of a new Learning Legacy platform on the internet will help companies spread their good health and safety practices, says Roger Bibbings of the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA)
From the CEO’s desk
The principle that offenders should pay for their misdeeds has now arrived in the safety world. The HSE has started its “Fee for Intervention” scheme, which will mean that those companies that break health and safety laws are liable for recovery of the HSE’s related costs, including inspection, investigation and taking enforcement action.
BSIF presents first Outstanding Contribution to Health and Safety Award
The BSIF Annual Networking Day proved, once again, to be a popular event and an opportunity for friends and colleagues across the safety industry to get together, enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Heythrop Park and celebrate the achievements of the last year.
Fit testing respiratory protective devices
David Lummis discusses the importance of RPE face fit testing and how the Fit2Fit accreditation scheme can provide assurance that the process is carried out correctly
Gas-monitoring research
Industry-wide research into gas detection in the workplace, commissioned by electrochemicalsensor manufacturer Analytical Technology Inc (ATI), reveals a lack of confidence in current gas detection systems amongst the higher level within an organisation. Only 32% of managers are very confident that the gas detectors in their workplace actually work.
All-in-one evacuation solution
Evacusafe has launched EvacuSaver Bundles – packages that are designed to provide businesses with their choice of evacuation equipment and the relevant training and servicing as one package at a discounted rate.
In-and-outdoor surfaces
Toyota Material Handling�s new BT Reflex O-series multi-function reach truck for both indoor and outdoor applications provides increased flexibility for customers in a wide variety of applications. The reach truck shares many of the advanced features of Toyota’s BT Reflex standard R-series model, including the Transitional Lift Control system for fast but secure working at height, the powerful AC motors, 360� steering and the advanced driver cab with the �Totalview� concept.
Fire suppression
During an upgrade of its foam fire protection system on existing machinery, Brookes Precision Engineers, a manufacturer and supplier of engineered products, has installed Nobel Fire Systems Stat-X condensed aerosol system on new machinery, including large gear cutting and CNC equipment
Two NVQs in health and safety
RRC Training has launched two NVQs in health and safety. Achievable in less than six months, these aren’t courses and there are no exams.
NEW-TECH Welding Shield
The NEW-TECH Welding Shield is approved for use
with the Concept reduced peak safety helmet when
fitted in conjunction with the Speedy Loop, which
enables the welding shield to be easily and quickly
fitted on to the Concept helmet.
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