Vast amounts of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) intended for hospitals is still lying in storage, including £2.9 billion worth of items that are ‘not suitable for use’ in medical settings, a Committee has confirmed.
By Belinda Liversedge on 06 September 2021
When selecting slip-resistant footwear, it’s vital to also consider factors such as the level of comfort provided to the wearer.
By Simon Ash, HAIX on 03 September 2021
Experience has taught us that we can’t guarantee people will behave responsibly to prevent Covid transmission and wear masks, the chair of the British Safety Council has warned.
By Belinda Liversedge on 13 July 2021
By Dr. Peter Wimmer on 01 April 2021
New developments in safety helmet technology are helping to protect workers from traumatic brain injuries.
By Chris Tidy, Centurion Safety Products on 31 March 2021
HSE has dismissed claims it came under ‘political’ pressure to approve Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) from a particular contractor for use during the coronavirus pandemic.
By Belinda Liversedge on 01 January 2021
The TUC is calling on the government to implement the Equality Act in full on its tenth anniversary.
By Belinda Liversedge on 05 October 2020
Safety footwear was born out of the necessity to protect workers, alongside the introduction of liability insurance and workplace safety legislation.
By Simon Ash, HAIX on 09 September 2020
The increase of fake and non-compliant products and how to spot them
By Neil Hewitt, Arco on 16 September 2020
When Matt Hancock rose to address parliament on face coverings in mid-July, it followed weeks of speculation that eventually we would all be required to cover up to shop.
By Rhian Greaves, Pannone Corporate LLP on 31 July 2020
