• Why Cheap Personal Protective Equipment Could Cost The Life Of Your Workers

    When workers put on PPE (personal protective equipment) at work, most do so believing that it is their first and most reliable line of defence against workplace hazards.
  • Should Paramedics Be Confined Space Rescue Trained

    Confined Space Rescues are among the most challenging and dangerous situations that emergency responders may face in the course of their work. Limited access, poor ventilation, and high-risk conditions mean that specialist skills are usually required to provide life-saving treatments for casualties and to safely extricate them to a place of safety.
  • Lessons Learned From Asbestos: Can We Apply Them To Crystalline Silica?

    The management of asbestos in the workplace offers a cautionary tale for today’s health and safety professionals, particularly regarding the growing threat posed by crystalline silica dust.
  • Workplace Fire Safety: What Has Changed Since The Hackitt Report?

    The Granville Tower fire tragedy, which claimed 72 lives in June 2017, was one of the worst domestic fire incidents in recent British history, triggering a wide-ranging review of building regulations and fire safety failures.
  • Which Types Of Fire Hazards Are Firefighters Exposed?

    Firefighting is an inherently dangerous occupation, with firefighters regularly confronted by life-threatening situations.
  • Face Fit Test Exercises: Are You Following Them Correctly?

    For those who rely upon Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) to carry out their work, ensuring a proper face fit is crucial for their personal safety.
  • What Influences The Purchase Of Respiratory Protective Equipment?

    The purchase of Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) is influenced by various factors, particularly in industries in which workers face hazardous environmental conditions.
  • The Benefits Of Confined Space Rescue Team For Energy Recovery Facilities

    Energy Recovery Facilities (ERFs) play a crucial role in waste and environmental management by converting waste into usable energy.
  • Why Police Officers Need To Be Face Fit Tested

    Police officers often encounter situations that can jeopardise their health and well-being, such as public disorder, fires, and medical emergencie...
  • 4 Reasons Why Face Fit Testers Need Appropriate Training

    The use of Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) is vital for worker safety, especially in environments in which they are exposed to hazardous su...
  • 8 New Silicosis Cases Diagnosed In The UK: What Now?

    Artificial stone kitchen worktops have become a popular and cheaper alternative to more expensive marble and granite, but a rise in cases of silicosis has highlighted a serious developing health issue.
  • 4 Types Of Confined Space Rescue Team Training And Their Uses

      Confined spaces, defined as enclosed areas with a foreseeable risk of serious injury or death, are inherently dangerous environments. Despite t...