New research published by 3M has revealed that over a third of companies in UK have employees who don’t wear safety eyewear when required.

There is a “worrying lack of understanding” among employers regarding safety eyewear that could put employees at risk and incur unnecessary costs. 


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Employers use a variety of control measures to reduce the risk of slips, but if a significant slip risk remains, introducing footwear with slip-resistant properties may be the only effective way they can further reduce the risk.

A community enforcement officer has won damages after his local-authority employer gave him poor-fitting, second-hand body armour to carry out his work.

A farm worker suffered serious injuries while cutting a tree when the chainsaw he was operating dropped on to his elbow.

A construction company failed to identify that lead paint was present during a renovation project, which resulted in two workers being admitted to hospital with acute lead poisoning.

A factory worker has been left with permanent disabilities after contracting a severe form of dermatitis at his workplace.

Conflict between environmental and health and safety legislation led to two delivery workers being overcome by toxic fumes from rotting animal waste at a Scottish rendering plant.

Three employees were overcome by toxic gas, which was released when they were attempting to clear a blockage at a processing plant, a court has heard.

Alan McArthur provides an overview of the main hazards faced by welders in their work and suggests the best measures to deal with them.

Fire service and emergency personnel have to wear protective clothing for their work but as well as the physical properties of such garments, physiological comfort is also a crucial consideration, argues Dr Wolfgang Nocker.

Gloves are arguably one of the most crucial elements of PPE, helping to protect workers who have to handle hazardous substances, among other things. However, they are also one of the items of PPE most likely not to be worn, or not worn properly, as Chris Gordon discovered, when his company researched the problem.

Making the right respiratory protective equipment (RPE) selection can mean the difference between safety and health or occupational illness, and, in some instances, even death, explains Greg Barber.

Paul Barker provides a brief reminder of the requirements of the Work at Height Regulations 2005, particularly in relation to personal protection equipment.

Recent acquisitions, mergers, rebranding and other developments in the health and safety supplies sector.

New guidance on how to manage the health risks related to metal-working fluids has been published online by EEF, the manufacturers’ organisation.

3M has acquired non-woven disposable protective clothing company Dailys Ltd.

3M, the diversified technology company, is celebrating success in three major awards schemes for its work in health and safety.

The theme of this year’s ‘Breathe Easy Week’, from 14 to 20 June, is ‘Lungs are for life’, which groups all around the country will be promoting via a range of activities.

At Rolls-Royce’s Derby plant, Michelle Mackay has responsibility for safety eyewear for between 80 and 100 workers.

Distributor Buck & Hickman says its new Safety Matters catalogue is the definitive guide for tradesmen and engineers looking for the latest PPE, workwear and health and safety products at market-leading prices.

Scott Health & Safety has enhanced its Protector® Interchange Face Protection Range with the launch of the IB2000 Browguard.

Designed to automate the issue and return of safety equipment, Draeger says its Rental Robot makes masks, portable gas detectors and consumables available at any time. By keeping a record of how often devices are used, it also supports the materials-planning process.

Safety equipment provider uvex says results of tests it conducted on safety spectacles show that those who buy cheap ones, costing around £2 per pair rather than superior-quality ones for £6, will likely end up paying double over the course of a year to protect employees’ eyes.