The difference between hard hats and bump caps
Hard hats and bump caps both forms of PPE that provide head protection, however the circumstances in which they’re used vary based on the type and level of protection required.…
New SWA chemical storage guide for workplaces
A new guide from Safe Work Australia (SWA) aimed at helping small and medium-sized businesses safely identify and store their chemicals has been released. “If you store chemicals in your workplace and…
Welding fumes and radiation cause lung and eye cancer, possibly kidney cancer
In 2018, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classified welding fumes as “carcinogenic to humans”, an upgrade on its previous 1989 status as a “possible” cancer-causing agent. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation…
BSEE safety alert addresses hazards in fired vessels
Washington — The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement has found “noticeable gaps” in safety regarding fired vessels on a few offshore oil and gas platforms in the Gulf of Mexico that…
Make Spring Time a Safe Time
It’s spring again! That means families can enjoy more outdoor activities as well as do some spring cleaning around the home. As you remove old clutter and make room for…
Hearing Awareness Week: What you need to know about workplace hearing loss
Unaddressed hearing loss costs $750 billion worldwide each year and causes lost productivity, cognitive decline, depression, and barriers to education and social integration. Hearing loss has also been shown to significantly increase…
Quantitative vs qualitative respirator fit tests: What’s the difference?
Workers must pass a “fit test” before being issued tight-fitting respirators, with two methods of testing available – quantitative and qualitative. Both types of tests are used to determine if…
HABC – UK
Level 2 Award in Fire Safety (QCF) Level 2 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (QCF) Level 2 Award International Award in Emergency First Aid & Defibrillation Level 3 Award in First…
