Health, Safety and Welfare
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ADVANCED PROTECTION COVERALL LAUNCHED BY 3M

Diversified technology company 3M has launched a new high-performance coverall which delivers enhanced protection against chemicals and hazardous substances, without compromising on comfort and convenience.

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Fan silencing

Innovative aerodynamic fan noise control technology has been used to reduce the noise from a very large fan at the 50MW Schiller biomass power station in the USA.

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Working together to reduce risk

Christa Sedlatschek, Director of the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work, talks about the agency’s Healthy Workplaces campaign – Working together for risk prevention.

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Simple to use

Designed for industrial monitoring on machinery and manufacturing equipment, Castle Group has launched its new Vexo S Vibration meter.

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Fall prevention covered

In certain environments workers may need a protective coverall may be required in addition to fall arrest system. However, layering coveralls and harnesses can be risky: the wearer must ensure the coveralls and harnesses are compatible; extra training must be given; and comfort could be compromised.

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P&SA respirators: Selection matters

Powered and supplied air (P&SA) respirators are often seen as a complex choice, possibly only appropriate where working conditions are particularly hazardous. However, they can contribute not only to the health and safety of workers, but to their personal comfort in a wide range of industries and applications, as Alan McArthur, technical services engineer with the 3M Personal Safety Division, explains.

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New seasonal styles

The new Dickies 2013 catalogue with nearly 200 pages is packed with the latest clothing and product ranges as well as established lines for on the job comfort, protection and functionality.

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Brewing: beware of the gas

The hazards associated with CO2 in the brewing industry are well known, yet still people die in completely avoidable accidents. Chris Wilson, Crowcon’s senior support engineer, outlines the need for adequate CO2 gas safety procedures.

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