productSafer manual handling
MANUAL HANDLING is often overlooked in training, despite it being one of the main contributors to MSD (musculoskeletal disorders) and cause of lost working days in the supply chain each year,
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productWater-repellent jackets
SNICKERS WORKWEAR has invested heavily in water-repellent jackets, including brands such as AllroundWork and FlexiWork.
productHigh-vis range highlighted
SNICKERS WORKWEAR has an extensive range of High-Vis men’s and women’s workwear for all kinds of working environments and light conditions.
articleSafety considerations for the handling & storage industry
Thought leadership from P. Airey Tail Lifts & Auto Extract Systems.
newsInjury as stone slabs moved
A COMPANY specialising in interior and exterior stonework has been fined after an employee sustained serious injuries when he was struck by a forklift truck.
articleChanges in testing and training
The testing of forklift operators has undergone a transformation. Liam Knight asks, are you up to date?
productELOKON appoints sales manager for France
SOPHIE GAUTHIER has been appointed to the newly created role of sales manager France at ELOKON, a leading supplier of safety and assistance systems for intralogistics and automation technology.
productDon’t overlook pre-use forklift inspections
According to the Health & Safety Executive (HSE), almost one in five lift truck incidents occur as a result of mechanical failure, which could be avoided through correct completion of a pre-use inspection.
productGap reduces operator strain
THE RETAILER has rolled out wearable scanners from Proglove in a bid to boost operator comfort and enhance safety.
articleTough radar sensor for collision avoidance
SICK HAS developed what it says is a super-tough radar sensor for collision avoidance duties in logistics applications.
productSafety first for warehouse automation
WITH INCREASED levels of automation, it is more important than ever to ensure that human and machine operate smoothly and safely within the warehouse environment.
productHelp with blind spots
RFID CAN assist forklift drivers at times of restricted visibility, and reduce the occurrence of collisions, says Emily Hardy.
articleFloor matting to tackle fatigue
Prolonged periods of standing continue to be associated with potentially serious health concerns, including lower back and leg pain. Warehouse managers can increase both safety and productivity levels with dedicated floor matting systems, says Lee Fox.
productPPE regs presented to parliament
THE PERSONAL Protective Equipment at Work (Amendment) Regulations 2022 (the PPER 2022) were laid before Parliament on 10 January 2022.
productChemical emergency unreadiness concern
CRISIS PREPARATION and management standards are falling short in almost a third of businesses as a new report reveals internal teams worry their organisations are not prepared for a global chemical emergency as part of future risk management.
productCold weather working
CONTINUOUS WORK in cold weather produces body heat and sweat. But when your rate of work slows, the sweat cools and you’ll start to feel cold and damp.
productHi-tech safety boots
WITH A focus on comfort and S3 safety, Solid Gear’s new and athletic-looking Prime GTX boots are said to be the most comfortable and robust footwear you can get for the winter.
productReliable access guarding
Pallet magazines with automatic restart contribute to increased system efficiency, and this requires a reliable access guarding system.
newsCasella announces 2022 webinar series on noise, air sampling and vibration
Global occupational health and workplace hazard monitoring expert Casella has announced its schedule of industry-leading webinars for 2022.
articlePosition your ops for the future
The Tomorrow’s Warehouse Event offered insights, predictions and advice on how to position your business to best benefit from future trends. HSS editor Simon Duddy reports.
