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When too much is a bad thing

When it comes to protecting employees’ hearing, too much protection can actually be as damaging as too little. You need to be able to hear a forklift approaching, says Ian Crellin

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Unattended noise monitoring in the cloud

IT IS essential to monitor the noise levels in a workplace to protect employees’ hearing from any lasting damage. But now noise level monitoring has taken to the cloud. Cirrus Research has developed the MyCirrus cloud platform to make monitoring and storing workplace noise date, easier and more convenient.

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Echolocation for 3D collision avoidance

TOPOSENS HAS announced an ultrasonic echolocation sensor for 3D collision avoidance. The industrial grade sensor development kit, called Echo One DK, is the latest iteration of the company’s 3D ultrasonic technology, which mimics a bat’s echolocation techniques.

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Preparing for hazardous substance exposure

UPDATED GUIDANCE from EU-OSH (European Union Occupational Safety and Health), released in 2021, outlines a new commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of workers. VOC (volatile organic compound) and hazardous substance exposure are critical elements that have been given additional focus in the latest strategic framework.

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RPE: FACE FIT TESTING SAVES LIVES

Lung disease from exposure to airborne hazards at work kills thousands each year. Kevin Williams, urges workers to face fit test their Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE)

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