The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations are still raising a huge amount of questions, especially amongst those with new safety duties – designers / architects / structural engineers. We would strongly encourage you to take the time to get some solid guidance which comes (in part) right from the HSE themselves through our Principal Designers…
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One of a series of free events which we support with WWT Southwest, this event specifically aims towards the needs of those new to the industry and preventing accidents – ideal for those taking on younger workers and hosting work placements over the summer months You’re able to book a free place using the link…
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Have you ever wondered what actually goes on behind those locked doors at a trial for health and safety offences? Now is your chance to see who gets blamed for what and why and how they get sentenced – a real eye opener for all of us and something worth seeing or perhaps encouraging your…
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Please make everyone you know aware of this disturbing situation. We support a higher education college on an outsourced basis to assist them in managing their safety requirements. There is a surprisingly diverse set of risks to control from woodworking to equine and across to engineering and so the breadth of knowledge required is high.…
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Control of the Lifting Operations: The code recommends the appointment of a responsible person as Appointed Person to plan and control the lifting operations. Note: we provide expert health and safety support packages and competent person support for construction. However, we do not provide a lift planning service, please contact your lift provider. We also…
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Welding fumes from mild steels, zintec (zinc alloys), stainless steels, brass, aluminium and phospor bronze all carry a significant risk of long term health problems if exposure is not properly controlled. As occupational hygienists and qualified safety consultants we have many years experience of carrying out air sampling surveys to determine occupational exposure to…
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Driving of fork lift trucks (FLTs) on the public highway This is a question which has been raised by some clients about using fork lift trucks or other materials handling equipment on public roads and highways. Questions have circulated about the need for registration, tax, lights and MOT – read on to find out how…
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Exposure to solvents such as toluene, xylene or similar substances carries a risk of long term health problems if exposure is not properly controlled. As occupational hygienists and qualified safety consultants we have many years experience of carrying out air sampling surveys to determine occupational exposure to many types of solvent used in paints, glues…
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Safety of bottled water left in cars This is a question which has been raised by some clients following a spate of emails circulating on the web. Read on to find out the opinion of our experienced safety consultants and if you have questions or need more advice please call our safety consultancy on 01453…
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Electrical equipment should be visually checked regularly. Equipment should be more thoroughly tested by a competent person often enough that there is little chance that the equipment will become dangerous between tests. We can offer a one day training course to provide that competence in house giving you flexibility and cost savings. We often get…
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