What is the BS 8599-1 standard? The BS 8599-1 was introduced in 2011 and is the standard for Workplace First Aid Kits. The standard was introduced to meet the needs of the industry, users and stakeholders. From January 2019 the…
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The 9-step guide from DuPont to chemical coverall garment selection
Faced with a huge array of potential hazards, a bewildering choice of protective clothing and the complexity of the certification information, what criteria should be used to select the right protective clothing? Workers can potentially be exposed to a multitude…
Get set for your Spring Clean with SC Johnson ProfessionalTM
SC Johnson Professional TM have been making the workplace shine for over 130 years. With instantly recognisable, global brands and a cleaning solution for every workplace environment, this trusted range of products ensures a deep and dependable clean. With the…
The Right Cut Protection is in Your Hands
EN388:2016 Standard – What is the cut resistance test method? With the introduction of a new cut test method in 2016 – the EN ISO 13997 or TDM-100 test method – hand protection now complies with the most rigorous assessment…
Respiratory Protection: All You Need to Know
Approx. 5.5 million workers are exposed to respiratory hazards in the workplace and research by both BSIF and HSE has highlighted concerns that RPE is not being effectively selected, used and maintained in a significant proportion of workplaces where a…
How to reduce your washroom solution costs
85% of people say the washroom reflects how much an establishment cares about its customers or employees. As the average consumer spends more time away from home at work or leisure, it is more important than ever that workplace washrooms…
Protect yourself against the Elements – All you need to know about the EN343 Standard
EN343:2003+A1:2007 is a European standard for protective clothing and establishes minimum values of protection from wind and rain. Workwear that is certified in accordance with EN 343 also lets the skin breathe and conducts moisture and sweat away from the…
A guide to choosing the correct digging tool for the job
Before you purchase a new shovel one of the most important questions you can ask is – which type of handle will be best for me? Each handle will have its own unique qualities, but most tools are…
Why Effective Communication Is So Important
As our world becomes more interconnected, we need communication solutions that are even more reliable, efficient and global. We need solutions that solve the communication problems of the future, today. 3M is doing just that. This infographic demonstrates why effective…