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MP seeks amendment to laws on dangerous dogs
03 July 2009
An MP has introduced a Ten Minute Rule Bill aimed at improving protection for workers who may come into contact with dangerous dogs.

HSE to review maximum work temperature
02 July 2009
The Government has asked the HSE to review the regulations on workplace temperature, according to the Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers.

Toxic animal-waste fumes poison workers
02 July 2009
Conflict between environmental and health and safety legislation led to two delivery workers being overcome by toxic fumes from rotting animal waste at a Scottish rendering plant.

Tesco hit in the pocket for raft of failings
02 July 2009
A string of health and safety failings at a store in Shirley, West Midlands, which resulted in two members of staff being injured, led to superstore giant Tesco being ordered to pay more than £62,000.

Bend it, shape it
26 June 2009
When tasked with undertaking a safety-culture audit using the oft-mentioned but rather vague ‘Bradley Curve’, Tim Marsh and Paul Bizzell discovered that while the approach has much to offer, it is probably best used in tandem with other, more academic models.

Air necessities
25 June 2009
Following publication of the plans for expanding London’s Heathrow Airport, which will see the amount of air traffic significantly increase, Neal Hill explains the implications for those working in and living near what is already the world’s busiest international airport, and provides a reminder for all duty-holders of how they can monitor air quality and protect people’s health.

Be sensible in the sun
24 June 2009
Now that the sun has made an appearance (however fleetingly!) the annual reminders of the importance of avoiding harmful exposure to its rays are also being issued.

Free information – hazardous substances: Help with hazmat
03 July 2009
Denios has produced a guide aimed at clarifying all the UK regulations for using, handling and storing hazardous materials.