productUpdate to van driver safety training
FORS has launched an update to its popular Van Smart eLearning module, to help upskill the growing fleet of light commercial vehicle drivers on our roads.
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newsToolbox Talk on fall-protection equipment
The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) has released two new Toolbox Talks – short presentations aimed at explaining the use of personal fall-prevention equipment (PFPE) when using Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) and what to look for when checking PFPE before use.
newsRack netting webinar on Wednesday
The webinar is the first of a series planned by Warehouse Partners.
productNew forklift training courses enhance learning experience
Mentor, the UK leader in forklift training, has further developed its range of lift truck operator courses to continue to enhance the learning experience for delegates nationwide.
articleCovid-19: training lessons learned
A year into the Covid-19 pandemic, Laura Nelson shares learnings around lift truck training, what has changed, and how supply chain organisations are preparing for the future.
articleTowards a lasting safety culture
Tim Waples reminds UK businesses that safety is a journey, not a destination and they should take a hard look at safety on site.
productEmbrace the Common Assessment Standard
CHAS, the supply chain risk management expert, is encouraging the construction industry to embrace the new Common Assessment Standard following the announcement of a data-sharing agreement.
productSpeed control for tugs at car engine factory
TRANSMON ENGINEERING was asked by its customer Etrak to provide a solution at a German luxury car engine manufacturing facility, to prevent tug trucks exceeding a safe speed down a ramp from a mezzanine floor.
articleHidden dangers
Matt Booth unearths four hidden dangers in warehouses handling flammable materials.
articleWorker safety first
A manufacturer has implemented technology from ELOKON to boost the safety of pedestrians working in close proximity to forklifts.
product700 forklifts retrofitted with safety gear
Over the course of 12 months, Abbey Attachments and Briggs Equipment worked in partnership with Howdens to retro-fit all 700 of its forklift fleet with a new warning system.
newsWarehouse hit with further action for safety breaches
A food warehouse was fined £60,000 after pleading guilty to four offences under health and safety legislation at Birmingham Magistrates Court on 1 February 2021.
productSlowed to creep speed
Transmon Engineering has designed and installed an advanced driver assistance system at Pladis Global’s warehouse in Ashby De La Zouch.
productCombilift rolls out Covid testing for factory employees
On January 18, the Irish specialist forklift manufacturer introduced serial Covid testing for all employees at its plant in Co Monaghan, Ireland.
productRapid alert on staff fevers
ILL HEALTH in the workplace costs Britain more than £10 billion (HSE) a year in lost production or £19,000 per case according to government figures.
productSafety light beam system extends reach to 8m
With its Sceptre high-performance prism optic reflector, SICK has extended the range of its deTem 4 A/P multiple light beam system to eight metres, the longest available for an active/passive safety device, according to the company. The system is suitable for applications up to SIL3 / PLe.
productAITT Excellence status gained
THE ASSOCIATION of Industrial Truck Trainers (AITT) has awarded Mentor FLT Training with the coveted AITT Excellence status, following its latest training standards audit.
productCFTS extends training nationwide
CFTS has appointed a new Training Manager to ensure that members across the country have access to accredited, in-depth training courses.
newsHSE warns transport sector of Covid checks
In the run up to the festive period, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is working with local authorities to inspect businesses in the transport and logistics industry to ensure they are managing the risk of coronavirus (Covid-19).
articleBack with a bang
The Health & Safety Event is set to return on 27-29 April 2021 at the NEC in Birmingham. The leading safety event provides a wonderful opportunity to learn and network as the country hopefully gets back to normal in 2021.
