Regular maintenance in industrial facilities is essential but can pose serious risks if not managed properly. Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures protect workers during these tasks by controlling hazardous energy. LOTO stations support this safety process by centralising all necessary tools, ensuring quicker, more consistent, and compliant lockouts—reducing accidents, downtime, and confusion. What is a Lockout Tagout […]
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PPE for Electrical Work
PPE is an essential part of workplace safety, acting as the last line of defence when preventing accidents and injuries. If all other safety measures have failed, PPE can mean the difference between a minor incident to a fatal injury. What types of PPE are used for electrical safety? Hand protection, such as insulated gloves, […]
Week Commencing 22/08/2022 – In The News
Takeaway failed to comply with improvement notices The director of Nelson based UK Fried Chicken Limited was in court for food safety and hygiene offences. UK Fried Chicken (Nelson) Limited was charged with two offences under the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 at Burnley Magistrates’ Court on Thursday 11 August. The Manchester Road business […]