News archives for All categories -March 2010

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Waste workers' exposure to bioaerosols

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published a new research report on the risks posed to workers in the waste sector by bioaerosol emissions from composting waste.

HSE shows support for BSC's International Safety Awards

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has continually showed its support for the British Safety Council's International Safety Awards (ISAs) Scheme, which recognise and reward companies who have achieved success in reducing incidents in the workplace.

Get employees involved in health and safety

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has launched a new campaign, "Do Your Bit", in response to workplace research which suggests that involving workers has a positive effect on health and safety performance.

Initiative launched to encourage quieter workplaces

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has launched a new initiative to encourage manufacturers to make quieter machinery, and businesses to use it, in a bid to reduce noise-related ill health in the workplace.

Company fined after worker fall

A Lowestoft-based company which manufactures metal was recently fined GBP3000 after a worker fell through a fragile roof.