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The five most dangerous substances that workers in Europe are exposed to have been named as silica, asbestos, solvents, non-infectious biological agents and wood dust. This is one of the main conclusions of a recent study conducted by the Institute of Occupational Medicine and commissioned by EU-OSHA, the European Agency for Safety and Health at…

The Health and Safety Executive’s (HSE) new enforcement expectation regarding the control of exposure to welding fumes, including that for mild steel welding, came into force in February, following scientific evidence that suggests exposure to mild steel fumes can cause lung cancer and possibly kidney cancer. The HSE subsequently reclassified these fumes as a human…

It could be argued that workplace safety is the vital ingredient to ensuring productivity and efficiency – and you would be right. However, care for the workforce is also an indicator of the ethos of a company; it is representative of the culture within your organisation. This can have a far-reaching impact on how your…

Choosing new workwear for your employees is an important decision to get right. After all, it’s an essential investment in your workers’ comfort and safety, as well as being an integral part of your brand identity. But it’s not just about practicalities and image either – choosing your company’s workwear needs to be simple from…