If the proper controls aren’t in place, exposure to respirable crystalline silica (RCS) can cause serious, life-changing health conditions
Lung Function Testing
HSE Issues First Prohibition Notices in Engineered Stone Crackdown
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has issued the first Prohibition Notices under its nationwide inspection programme targeting the engineered stone industry, marking a significant escalation in efforts to tackle workplace exposure to respirable crystalline silica (RCS).
HSE Launches Inspections of Garages & Bodyshops Over Occupational Asthma Risks
The HSE is turning its attention to motor vehicle repair businesses to ensure effective measures are in place to protect workers from isocyanate exposure
Occupational Health and Health & Safety Working Together
When occupational health and health & safety work together, the results can be fast and effective. This joined-up approach means issues can be spotted early, investigated thoroughly, and resolved efficiently – with minimal disruption to the business.
HSE – Managing health risks in the woodworking sector
HSE Inspectors will be visiting woodworking businesses across Great Britain to ensure duty holders know the risks associated with woodworking and have effective controls in place to keep workers safe and protect their respiratory health.
Safewell provided Lung Function Testing for an Electronics Company in Calne.
Safewell provided Lung Function Testing for an Electronics Company in Calne.
Face Fit Training and Testing for an Air Conditioning Company near Oxford
Face Fit Training and Testing for an Air Conditioning Company near Oxford
Pneumonia from welding and Metal fumes
A continuation of the Safewell article “Are welding fumes cancerous?” article: the HSE has issued further guidelines on Pneumonia vaccinations to help prevent and control exposure to welding fumes and related respiratory conditions.
How Important is RPE and Dust Extraction?
The most common problem associated with dust in the workplace arises from dust-related illnesses which have been found to be one of the major killers in the UK when it comes to occupational health.
What are Offsite Occupational Health Services?
What are Offsite Occupational Health Services?
What is a Lung Function Test?
Respiratory screening or lung function testing is just that, checking the function of the lungs to make sure nothing at work is reducing the employee’s function.
Are Welding Fumes Cancerous?
If you do any sort of MIG, TIG, oxy-acetylene or other types of welding then please read this article!
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