productCastell joins CPD Certification Service
Training material for switchgear and loading industries is now available from industrial safety specialist Castell, which has become a certified member of The CPD Certification Service.
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articleHalf million pound fine after box fall killed man
A Plymouth company has been fined £500,000 after an employee suffered fatal injuries when a stack of boxes of frozen fish fell on him.
productEntry deadline extended for Forklift Operator of the Year
Due to overwhelming demand, RTITB is extending the entry deadline for the International Forklift Operator of the Year 2016 competition until 5th August, giving employers more time to enter their operators into this prestigious, global competition.
articleOperator killed after forklift overturns on road
A worker was crushed to death by his forklift after he clipped a kerb on Glenburn Road in East Kilbride, Scotland today.
articleRisks increased by unaccredited in-house training
Many employers are choosing to purchase or deliver in-house forklift training unaware that, unlike accredited training, this may not comply with the required legal or best practice standards, warns RTITB.
articleIn-depth study of major manufacturer’s forklift safety
Mitsubishi Electric Air Conditioning Systems Europe Ltd is a company that emphasises empowerment of its workforce to be involved in all aspects of the business. The employees created a forklift safety initiative at its huge Livingston facilities to change operations from the bottom up. HSS editor Simon Duddy visited the team to hear their story.
productActive load diagram
RAVAS SafeLoad is an aftermarket product for counterbalanced trucks that provides both a weight indication and stability information in a single combined display.
productQuicker and safer ratchet strap winding
Winding up straps with DrumRoll adds to safety and saves time.
productDriver-checks mobile app
Arden Wood Shavings, the animal beddings specialist, has renewed its fleet compliance and security systems contract with TruTac and sees improved vehicle safety ahead as TruChecks, the mobile driver inspection app, is added to the suite.
productExclusive offer on doseBadge orders
Noise monitoring specialists Cirrus Research have unveiled some of the USPs and an exclusive offer for clients who order the new doseBadge Mark V.
productRoad safety is key
Kite packaging has announced the purchase of a new truck for its branch in Sittingbourne.
productCut false alarms
Throughout the world there’s a problem with false alarms from automatic fire detection systems, says the Fire Industry Association. It has some tips on how to avoid these.
productPre-operational checks crucial part of fork lift maintenance
Pre-operational checks are a crucial part of the regular maintenance routine for forklift truck vehicles. These checks ensure equipment is deemed safe to use and help to ensure that you are meeting your safety and compliance requirements.
productFlexible working
With more than a third of employees saying they would prefer to be offered flexible working arrangements rather than a pay rise, leading workplace equipment supplier Slingsby has compiled a list of guidelines to help employers introduce a successful flexible working scheme.
productCompetitors confirmed for Forklift Operator of the Year
RTITB has confirmed the top 40 worldwide forklift operators that will compete in the next round of heats for the acclaimed International Forklift Operator of the Year 2016 award.
articleSafety key for the Northern Powerhouse
Major developments in health and safety policy and practice will be debated at Health & Safety North 2016 in Bolton.
productFLTA launches Safer Site Pro
Association unveils step-by-step safety guidance for fork lift truck managers and supervisors.
productSports Direct has double the average injuries says TUC
Sports Direct sees nearly twice times the number of injuries compared to the rest of the sector, according to a letter published today (Tuesday) advocating a shareholders vote in favour of an independent review on how workers are treated.
productDistillery blaze left 21-year-old worker engulfed in flames
A distillery in Oldbury has been fined after an employee was engulfed in flames in a fire that destroyed the warehouse and its contents. Firm receives heavy fine.
productSmoke detectors protect warehouse
Oil Spill Response installs three beam detectors in its Southampton warehouse, where sprinklers are not an appropriate fire-response measure.
