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Beyond the thermostat: why the indoor heat problem is an engineering problem too

As the UK prepares for summers that will regularly test the buildings we work in, the practical business of keeping an indoor workplace safe from heat is no longer purely a policy or HR question. It sits, increasingly, in the building services brief, and safety leaders need to be part of that conversation earlier than most currently are.

By Chloe Miller, CC Consulting on 25 August 2026

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Noise risk and multi-track enforcement: what EHS managers need to know

Noise nuisance from an industrial or commercial site can result in costly and time-consuming legal action from regulators and neighbours, but there are practical ways of ensuring noise levels do not exceed acceptable limits and trigger complaints from nearby businesses and residents.

By Emma Tattersdill, Bexley Beaumont law firm on 17 August 2026

Heat stress, PPE compliance and the science of comfort

PPE designed to protect against hazards like chemicals can contribute to an increase in body heat and humidity inside the clothing, placing the wearer at increased risk of heat stress. However, advances in materials science, physiological modelling and testing methodologies mean employers can now make more informed decisions about how effectively protective garments support heat dissipation and moisture management – in turn potentially boosting PPE wear rates and wearer acceptance.

By Chloé Caux-Wetherell and Aldjia Begriche, DuPont Personal Protection on 30 July 2026