On the Line
The injury rate in the food and drink manufacturing sector is double the manufacturing sector average and the HSE estimate that 25% of these injuries are musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). However, despite these figures, HSE’s enforcement relating to MSDs remains low. (more…)
The Invisible Risks
Health risks do not seem to receive enough attention when it comes to managing the risk. This may be due to the fact that the consequences of exposure to some harmful agents are not often visible. (more…)
When Glove Breaks Down
Gloves are a very good form of protection against chemical hazards, however when they fail this almost always leads to danger. It is important for anyone responsible for specifying gloves to understand the complex reasons gloves work and stop working. (more…)
Control of Major Accident Hazards Regulations (COMAH) Guidance
HSE is providing guidance for anyone who has duties under the COMAH Regulations 2015. The aim of the Regulations are to prevent and mitigate the effects on people and the environment of major accidents involving dangerous substances. An example of a major accident was the BP oil spill of 2010 on the Gulf of Mexico. (more…)
COSHH Essentials
The HSE are providing COSHH Essentials which set out basic advice on what to do to control exposure to hazardous substances in the workplace. (more…)
Safety Signs and Signals Regulation Guidance
This guidance is available for employers, duty holders and others who have responsibility for the control of workplaces, sites and premises. It is also for those operating equipment that requires verbal and/or non-verbal communications. (more…)
COSHH Changes
The Dangerous Substances Directive and the Dangerous Preparations Directive have been replaced by the direct-acting European CLP Regulation. From 1 June 2015, both Directives have been fully withdrawn and no longer have any legal effect. The familiar square orange hazard symbols used often in COSHH assessments are now no longer valid and the new red and white […]
IOSH’s New Leading Safely Course
IOSH has announced the launch of their new training course Leading Safely, which will help business leaders take control of their company’s health and safety. (more…)
Welcoming Our New Starter
We would like to welcome Kerry Greenwood who has joined the team at Craven Safety Services as a Sales Coordinator. (more…)
Sun Exposure and Skin Cancer
Practical guidance is available for protection while working in the sun, as outdoor workers could be at risk of developing skin cancer. (more…)