A meeting of minds at a trade association gathering was the impetus behind a collaborative effort from two small companies to drive the future development of recycling for PPE workwear, thanks to bespoke laundry services.

With the support of OnePoll, COBA surveyed 1,000 non-office workers who stand for at least four hours a day to uncover the mental and physical health risks associated with prolonged standing.

These findings shine a light on conditions in manufacturing, retail, hospitality and healthcare, where workers struggle with lower back, foot and knee pain – among other issues.

These sectors rely on standing workers, yet many people suffer from preventable health problems that they associate with their working conditions.

It’s time to shine a light on this issue and take action to protect the wellbeing of our workforce.

RiConnect has met the energy sector’s compliance challenges with a Compliance Management System that can be applied across a myriad of products and applications. The system includes a user friendly offline function.

Rack Collapse Prevention has appointed Mike Quinn as their new Business Development Director. With a wealth of experience in the industry, Mike brings a unique perspective and a proven track record of success to the role.

RiConnect Inc. is a provider of cloud-based Software as a Service (SaaS), but its offering is best described as a Compliance Management System. With that in mind, the company has given the background to its CTSN concept, that is increasingly being used by customers to outline the benefits of adopting its state-of-the-art technology in lifting and other applications.

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ADL Health and Safety is offering comprehensive 2025 IOSH Level 3 Certificate courses in Occupational Safety and Health, available virtually and in-person at Merseyside Fire and Rescue. Ideal for new and aspiring OSH professionals, these courses provide essential skills and real-world applications to enhance safety culture and organisational performance.

Supporting your employees Workplace drug and alcohol testing is vital to ensure that the physical safety of employees, however, it can also be a way to support employee wellbeing through an ongoing pr ...

It’s a common misconception that well-constructed warehouse racking alone can guarantee safety. However, even the most robust racking systems can benefit significantly from the installation of Rack Collapse Prevention's (RCP) safety systems.

Imagine you are standing on a construction site in the pouring rain. You need robust, waterproof and breathable safety shoes. These are usually made of leather, as leather is extremely durable and breathable. But leather also brings with it a certain weight. The new EXTRAGUARD upper material from Gore enables the production of extremely robust GORE-TEX safety shoes that remain light, waterproof and breathable even when used continuously in wet and dirty environments.

This report will also help anyone involved in running a fleet, to understand the driver, vehicle and company risks associated with running a fleet of vehicles. While focusing mainly on people who driv ...

TTC launches new interactive training courses aimed at high-risk fleet drivers and those with poor telematics performance – including young drivers Businesses monitoring driver behaviour of grey, comp ...

Willmott Dixon Group has renewed its three-year partnership with TTC, building on a successful collaboration that has reduced driver-related insurance claims by 51% and offences by 46%. Through TTC’s Continuum platform, Willmott Dixon achieved 99% fleet compliance and enhanced driver safety, supporting sustainability goals and reducing risk across its 3,000+ vehicle fleet.

Fire Safety Awareness is an engaging and practical training programme designed for individuals at any level and in any sector, worldwide. Avoiding complex legal jargon, it focuses on actionable fire safety essentials, including evacuation procedures, fire hazards, and equipment use. Delivered in just half a day, it minimises workplace disruption while enhancing fire safety culture and staff involvement. Certified by IOSH, the training boosts workplace safety, improves reputation, and fosters compliance.

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Rack Collapse Prevention is a UK-based provider of cutting-edge warehouse racking safety systems, specifically engineered to prevent rack collapses. These systems are installed in numerous warehouses and storage facilities across the UK, Europe, Ireland, and globally.

The Control Rooms serve as the operational core of our SAS ecosystem, ensuring continuous monitoring and a rapid emergency response. By integrating artificial intelligence and advanced safety devices, ...

Edinburgh-based occupational risk prevention specialist, Reactec, is continuing the expansion of its distribution network throughout Europe, following an agreement with BaSystemen BV to supply Reactec’s workplace wearable technology across the Benelux region.

Ensuring that items are maintained and cleaned properly can be a time-consuming task for businesses, and incorrect washing and care of the garments can create risk in the workplace.

Has the correct type of workwear been specified? Elis estimates that around 60 per cent of businesses that supply staff workwear may be using some that does not offer adequate protection or is not compliant with legislation. Suppliers can offer advice on choosing the right products for the right application, so it is always worth checking that any workwear items specified meet the required standards for a particular sector. Elis, for example, has in-house PPE expertise and also supplies safety compliant garments for the food industry, as well as workwear for catering and hospitality.

This week is Know Your Numbers! Week 2024 which aims to bring attention to the importance of monitoring our blood pressure. In this blog post, we'll look at the risks associated with both high and low blood pressure in the workplace, and discuss how to manage these conditions to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.