Tag: inclusive PPE

As typically ‘male-dominated’ fields such as construction become more diverse, the lack of inclusive personal protective equipment becomes more apparent. For women, ill-fitting PPE comes with discomfort, reduced ability to do their jobs, and a number of safety risks. Why is PPE for women important? PPE is important as it acts as that last line […]

Fears expressed over fire safety of new lithium-ion battery storage site Concerns have been raised over fire safety arrangements at a proposed new battery storage site in Scotland, after it was revealed that the local fire service did not have the right equipment to deal with a fire there. Local residents and councillors in Cockenzie […]