Health and Safety Tweets
Employers: Are your workers using the same muscles repeatedly for prolonged periods?
The more a task is repeated, the greater the risk of developing a work-related upper limb disorder. Break up prolonged, repetitive work periods with regular changes of activity.
Employers: When looking at work-related upper limb disorders, don't forget that temperature and lighting, poor work organisation including workload, job demands and lack of breaks, individual differences and vulnerability can all affect the prevalence of disorders.
New set of on-line and on-site courses in the field of #OSH by @ITCILO
👉Available in English, Spanish, or Arabic & aimed at institutions, social partners, and other stakeholders: http://bit.ly/EU-OSHA-ITC
Our practical tools & guidance database includes a wide range of information on #MSDs, developed at the EU and national levels.
Case studies & visual materials covering a wide range of sectors, hazard types & prevention measures: http://bit.ly/EU_OSHA-tools
#EUhealthyworkplaces
Using the constitutive bionic structures to improve the cut resistance of protective glove materials – new challenge
#BionicInspiredProtectiveGloves
#PPEInspiredByNature
Project entitled The application of autonomous mechanical self-healing mechanisms in solematerials for protective footwear
# self-healingmechanisms
# self-healingprotectivefootwear
In 10 years, Ansell has conducted more than 15,000 AnsellGUARDIAN® assessments. Our expertise can help you identify workplace #hazards before they strike, helping to keep your workers safe & improving your business performance. Learn more: http://bit.ly/2I59gmK?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=newscred
#AnsellProtects
Warehousing workers can be exposed to abrasion hazards by removing gloves due to compromised grip. While single use gloves are a reliable solution, reusable solutions like HyFlex® 11-840 gloves can help mitigate supply shortages.
See more: http://bit.ly/2LkPPaA
#AnsellProtects
Cleaning workers need the right equipment so that they can carry out their jobs in a safe and healthy way.
Employers: Do you provide high quality and appropriate clothing, PPE, cleaning agents, tools and appropriate machines for cleaning workers?
Polyflex® Eco gloves offer a greener and more sustainable way to protect your hands whilst not compromising on quality and performance.
Find out more: http://ow.ly/5hoi50ACBA5
Email sales@eurosafe.ltd.uk for products by our valued supply partner, @PH_SafeAndClean.
Remember that excessive exposure to noise increases the risk of tinnitus. If the noise is impulsive, e.g. in blasting, the risk can rise substantially. Tinnitus can be the first sign that your hearing has been damaged by noise.
Find out about the benefits associated with BSIF membership: http://ow.ly/99Fo50uDXEN
You can also email our membership manager at paul.manning@bsif.co.uk for more information.
Visual signs are an effective and powerful way to communicate with employees and customers in order to maintain a safe and well-organised workplace.
Flip through our latest brochure, and see the latest sign solutions designed to be noticed! http://ow.ly/Fsxb50DdaGJ
The Met Office has issued yellow and amber flood warnings across the UK this week as Storm Christoph arrives.
In bad conditions, having the right equipment and supplies on-hand can make a world of difference. Find out more here http://ow.ly/nmsK50Dc4NR
If you are interested in #ArcFlash risk assessment, control measures and #PPE, order a copy of our free and updated booklet by emailing your business contact details to safety@jkross.co.uk.
Reminder: As an employer, you must take all reasonably practical steps to provide protection which is both appropriate and suitable to the risks you identify in your risk assessment.
Call +44 (0)1925 645 645 to discuss your #ArcFlash PPE requirements: http://ow.ly/o3rw30nf9RF
Book a FREE Electrical Health Check for your business.
Call us on 01709 961 666 or request more information and book a health check online here: http://ow.ly/MIQ730nUpsu
#ElectricalSafety
Online training available on demand:
ARC FLASH AWARENESS
Do you need an understanding of #ArcFlash and arc blast with a focus on UK compliance requirements?
Enquire now: http://ow.ly/a3Sb50ChwCO
Thanks to those who attended today's interactive 'Regulating chemicals after the UK Transition period event'. For more details on how to keep your business moving, listen to our series of free podcasts. Register for free now: https://bit.ly/3k5WdhN #CheckChangeGo
We're carrying out spot checks and inspections on businesses across the country throughout lockdown to make sure they're COVID-secure. For the latest government guidance go to https://bit.ly/2OIl9ib #WorkRight
Winter weather may be wet, but your mask shouldn’t be! If it’s cold enough, a damp or wet mask can freeze and cause frostbite. Pack a back-up mask, just in case. http://ow.ly/SSL250DdtVX
More than ever, workers need to feel socially connected. Resources to help employers support workers' #mentalhealth: http://ow.ly/JIjB50DbijO
JOIN Jan 21, the 4C Environmental Conference Webinar Series event, Thurs at 9am (PT) "Tiny Habits® and Behavior Design to Transform the EH&S Workspace"- I share fr @bjfogg teachings. Sign-up free https://www.4cconference.com/webinars/?_sfm_webinar_title=Tiny%20Habits%C2%AE%20and%20Behavior%20Design%20to%20Transform%20the%20EH%26S%20Workspace #healthandsafety #compliance #tinyhabits #behaviordesign
"...there are other communicable diseases in addition to COVID-19 that inevitably have started to spread. Welcome to cold and flu season: pandemic edition."
👉 Are you prepared? https://buff.ly/3bCVLHf
#workplacesafety #healthandsafety #occupationalhealthandsafety
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