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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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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Choosing a dust mask We often have questions regarding which mask should be used and so thought a very quick summary here would be useful. In general, filtering face masks used for dusts and similar can be categorised into three types all with an FFP number. FFP1 for simple dusts such as nuisance and soft…
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Exposure to isocyanates such as MDI, TDI or similar substances carries a very serious risk of long term health problems for skin and lungs 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…
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Noise exposure terminology – Take a look at our explanatory video below and check below that for our glossary: Exposure action values (EAV): Levels of noise exposure to noise at which certain actions need to be taken. The values are: Lower exposure action values (LEAV): daily or weekly exposure of 80 dB: peak sound pressure…
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Fire risk assessment – assessing the means of escape The range of workplaces covered by these regulations is huge and so the following information is intended as a guide to get you started on an assessment. Our advice is to get expert help from one of our experienced safety consultants conducting a fire risk assessment…
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