Controlling Nitrous Oxide Exposure in Modern Anaesthesia
Nitrous OxideNitrous Oxide (N2O) is a colourless, non-flammable gas that was first discovered in 1772, by English scientist Joseph Priestley. Humphry Davy recognised its analgesic properties in 1799; the euphoric effects of inhaling it led to it being...
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Lighting Surveys: What Every Business Needs to Know
Why is Good Lighting in the Workplace Important?Businesses must provide healthy, safe and secure working environments in accordance with the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992.This includes the provision of suitable lighting so that...
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How to Assess Hearing Protection Suitability
The Danger of Exposure to NoiseExposure to noise at work can harm the health of workers. The most obvious effect of noise exposure is loss of hearing. This accounts for almost a third of all work-related diseases.It is the most common occupational disease...
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COSHH – Principle 8: New COSHH Measures; New Risks
New COSHH Measures; New RisksThe development of effective processes and new COSHH measures are essential to a safe and happy workplace.They also involve substantial investment in time, energy and money. However, the temptation to shoe-horn process...
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Formaldehyde Reclassified as Carcinogen
What is Formaldehyde?Formaldehyde is a naturally-occuring organic compound. It is found in a number of different materials, and is used to manufacture a variety of man-made products, including plastics, carpets, shampoos and glues. It is also found in many...
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Exposure to Silica Dust: What You Need to Know
What is Silica?Silica is a hard, unreactive and colourless compound found in rocks, sand and clay and in products such as bricks and concrete. It is also used as filler in some plastics. These materials create dust when they are cut, sanded, carved etc.The...
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Legionella Restart Guide
The wheels of manufacturing are starting to turn again. However, a new version of normal will greet us as we return to work.Rather than simply picking up where we left off, we will have extra considerations to make. We will need to take account of the need...
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Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) Restart Check
As the coronavirus lockdown is starting to be relaxed, many manufacturing businesses will be restarting equipment that may have been sat idle for two months.In order to ensure the safety of your workplace, you should complete a restart check before using...
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COSHH – Principle 7: Delivery of COSHH Information and Training
Delivery of COSHH Information and Training The HSE’s seventh principle refers to the need for the delivery of effective COSHH information and training throughout a place of work. Assessment of Risk In order to deliver effective training, there first needs...
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Minimising the Risk of Exposure to Metalworking Fluids (MWF)
Risks of Exposure to Metalworking Fluids (MWF)The inhalation of - and direct contact with - metalworking fluids (MWF), has the potential to cause health issues. Direct contact with MWF can cause contact dermatitis. Inhalation of MWF in aerosol form can...
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