articleRTITB introduces new LGV Driver Training Standard
The standard is designed to improve the quality of LGV driver training ensuring drivers are taught to be safe and productive at work, and provides a benchmark to measure the training given.
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articleEasing operator qualification confusion
A new standardised list of workplace transport equipment categories has been released to aid employers and recruiters in identifying operator qualifications, regardless of issuing body.
producteBooks cover Noise at Work and Environmental Monitoring
Cirrus Research has launched two new eBooks, produced by its in-house experts.
productHow safety can stand out in industrial environments
There is a common theme to the logos of the following tech giants: Facebook, Twitter, Dell, Skype, IBM, LinkedIn, HP? That theme is the colour blue.
productSafety light curtain for tough apps
A tough addition to SICK’s flagship safety light curtain family, the deTec4 Prime is an extra-rugged, high-performance light curtain that is easy to install and use. It is also suitable for harsh environments and exceptionally wide machines.
articleMore than 200,000 vehicles under FORS
The Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) has today released its Annual Report for 2015. The document reports on the first year of the scheme under the management of the FORS Community Partnership and details the activities, development and growth of the award-winning scheme.
productFergie time for SCX apprentices
Legendary Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson revisited the University of Sheffield’s Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) earlier this month, where he commended the “fantastic” apprenticeship opportunities on offer by engineering firms such as SCX.
productFirst female Tornado pilot to address FLTA Safety Conference
Jo Salter, the RAF’s first-ever female fast-jet pilot, will inspire and motivate delegates at the FLTA’s National Fork Truck Safety Conference at 29th June.
productNew Doncaster facility offers access equipment training
Mentor has opened its latest access equipment training centre in Misterton, near Doncaster, South Yorkshire. This new centre is a joint venture with the Construction Training Academy (CTA), and is the latest UK training centre for Mentor and their fourth to offer both IPAF and PASMA accredited training courses for all categories of equipment.
articleRegular re-training a must for Pyroban
Safety company Pyroban is reminding explosion proof forklift users and suppliers about the need for correct servicing in accordance with the handbook to maintain safety.
articleWho’s responsible for LGV and cyclist collisions?
Recent statistics show that the number of road accidents involving cyclists has risen over the last ten years. Media focus has pointed to technology and legislation as the solution, but workplace transport training body, RTITB, suggests drivers should be more accountable, with a focus on improving driver training and awareness to tackle the problem.
articleIndependent inspection emphasised in new sprinkler standards
Annual warehouse sprinkler system inspections should be carried out by a third party, in a change to the main standard covering the issue. The Fire Protection Association offers its take on the evolving standard.
articleForkless environments: Myth or reality?
Counterbalance forklift trucks have been the king of materials handling for decades. This year, for example, it is 60 years since the launch of the first Toyota forklift, the Toyota LA. However, as technology and operations innovate and develop there will continue to be changes to the equipment and processes used not only the UK but around the world.
articleLearning from nature to boost warehouse segregation
A-Safe says understanding ‘desire lines’ can help boost safety in the warehouse.
productHere comes the summer
Dickies workwear aims to keeps workers cool and still looking the part this spring and summer.
productHow thorough is your Thorough Examination and inspection?
Imagine you took your car for its annual MOT, only to discover that some critical components had been inspected inadequately (if at all), and, as a result, you were penalised or – worse still – responsible for an accident caused by their unsafe state.
productSafely storing off-cuts
Contact Attachments supplied four of its standard 1.6m3 capacity forklift tipping skips to Starbank Panel Products, which works across a number of sectors within the construction and interior fit out markets.
productAccident survivor to open forklift safety conference
Lisa Ramos, who lost her leg in a fork lift accident, will open this year’s Fork Lift Truck Association’s National Fork Truck Safety Conference, informing delegates of the severe, life-changing consequences of forklift accidents – for both victims and their families.
productGet shorty
Scruffs Trade Shorts is urging workers to keep cool while getting the job done this summer with its range, which is described as durable and lightweight.
productBest foot forward
Warehousing staff can spend their working life walking on flat hard surfaces that provide no cushioning.
