productImportance of head protection
A new study from Oxford University, which found that head injuries triple the long-term risk of early death, serves to emphasise the importance of adequate and suitable head protection in the workplace.
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productTackling HAVS
The Di-Pro power hand tool system, available from Kemet International, is designed to reduce the risk of Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) without compromising performance.
articleFlooring issues: Preventing slip-ups
Despite health and safety awareness being at an all time high, slips and trips are still one of the biggest causes of accidents and injuries in the workplace yet, as Dave Hale, general manager of DeckSafe Solutions explains, ensuring your workplace meets health and safety standards when it comes to non-slip flooring is surprisingly easy
productWorkplace accidents
Official figures released in January by the Health and Safety Authority show that 46 people were killed in work-related accidents during 2013, compared to 48 in 2012.
productHSA sets out priorities for 2014
The Health and Safety Authority has published its 2014 programme of work, which gives details of its priorities, initiatives and inspection numbers for the year.
productHead protection
A study from Oxford University has found that head injuries triple the long-term risk of early death, emphasising the importance of adequate head protection in the workplace.
productNew certification mark service
TÜV SÜD Product Service has launched a new certification mark service for machinery manufacturers in the UK. For the first time, manufacturers can apply for the TÜV SÜD Octagon Mark to prove that their machines fulfil safety and quality requirements.
productTool system tackles issue of HAVS
The Di-Pro Power Hand Tool System, available from Kemet International is designed to reduce the risk of HAVS, without compromising performance.
articlePalletisers: Particular attention needed
Most palletiser-related injuries occur when people enter the machine and are trapped between its many parts. As palletisers transport a heavy and bulky load, operators are also exposed to potential hazards from loads falling off the moving pallets. Paul Laidler, business director for Machinery Safety at TÜV SÜD Product Service, explains more
productFive year warranty
E2S Warning Signals has announced that its signalling products for hazardous areas, fire and industrial applications and wide area disaster warning are now available with a five-year warranty.
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