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Employers: For respiratory protective equipment to remain effective during use it should be integrated into operational procedures. You must ensure that control measures, including RPE, are properly used and not made ineffective by incorrect work practices or incorrect use.
Maintaining RPE: Maintenance may include cleaning, examination, replacement, repair and testing. The wearer may be able carry out simple maintenance (e.g. cleaning), but more intricate repairs should be carried out by a competent person.
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What works in practice to help prevent #MSDs in #healthcare sector? Our new discussion paper looks at the risks factors and highlights effective preventive approaches: https://bit.ly/EU-OSHA-publication-healthcare-MSDs #EUhealthyworkplaces
Check out our new call of OSH policy indicators expert workshop in Warsaw, Poland: http://www.inclusivegrowth.eu/expert-workshops/call-30-expert-workshop-ciop - deadline for applications: 31 March 2020
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If you use respiratory protective equipment, always check your mask before you put it on, then do a fit check for a proper fit each time. Keep your mask fitted until you leave the work area or you are sure that the air is clear. Always wear your mask, even for quick jobs.
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Employers: Do you check that the PPE required in the workplace is actually being used? If it isn’t, find out why. Safety signs can be a useful reminder that PPE should be worn. Consider changes in equipment, materials and methods as you may need to update what you provide.
Are you interested in membership of the British Safety Industry Federation? Find out about the benefits of membership by emailing Paul, our membership manager, at paul.manning@bsif.co.uk.
The new 'one metre plus' rule is now in place in England. Bright and unmissable floor signs will help inform employees, visitors and customers to keep to the appropriate social distance: http://ow.ly/c59150AsBHj
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The Seton 360 Floor Stand always remains upright and helps you to ensure that you are meeting your legal duties by taking steps to mitigate risks in the workplace.
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Heads-up: An #ArcFlash is usually caused by unintentional contact between an energised conductor with another conductor or an earthed surface. Short-circuit current can vaporise the conductors and produce strong magnetic fields that blow the conducting objects apart.
A free electrical safety health check is available at our valued partner, @elecsafety.
Achieving compliance with legislation such as the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 can be a complex and challenging task, but we can help you by providing clarity on compliance.
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Are you familiar with the legal requirements surrounding the management of #ArcFlash risk?
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HSE inspectors are committed to making sure employers are managing the #coronavirus risks that apply to their workplace. #WorkRight #workingsafely https://bit.ly/320Tb8W
Consultant, Clive Weal, fined for providing incompetent health and safety advice https://bit.ly/2AIIixv
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* Keep attendance lists of clients
* Follow physical distancing guidelines at all times
* Reassess group activities
* Clean shared items
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https://www.ecshe.co.uk/post/consultation-is-not-a-dirty-word Welcome to the 2nd blog in our "back to basics" series , consultation. These are designed to give you an helping hand in the workplace. Gaining a little knowledge in an easy to understand way.
H&S is everyone's responsibility.
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