Professional association welcomes government extension of CE marking for businesses
August 29, 2023
A professional association has welcomed the government announcement to indefinitely extend CE marking for businesses. Read More
UPDATE: PPE finally receives CE marking extension while some fire safety products miss out
August 2, 2023
Products that could include some fire safety items not part of deadline while safety trade association says Government support is "hollow". Read More
Government to make it easier for businesses to apply new product safety markings
June 24, 2022
New product conformity markings for most products placed on the market in the UK will now be simpler to apply for, after recent changes made by the government. Read More
UK Government confirms one-year extension for UK products to implement UKCA marking
September 1, 2021
The UK Government has confirmed that UK businesses will be given an extension to implement UKCA marking, the new product safety marking in the UK, following several appeals from industry associations including the Fire Industry Association and BSIA. Read More
Brexit implications for business
January 11, 2021
The UK has left the European Union. This article provides advice and guidance for businesses on how to comply with REACH Chemical Regulations, advice for businesses wanting to gain or maintain access to the GB market and what businesses need to do to comply with regulations on manufactured goods placed on the EU market. Read More
Statement from HSE regarding PPE and the asbestos industry at the current time
March 30, 2020
The Asbestos Removal Contractors Association (ARCA) has reported that the HSE has received a number of queries concerning the purchase and use of Type 5 coveralls. It has issued a statement as a reminder of existing guidance and advice. Read More
What will Brexit mean for the fire industry?
July 12, 2019
British fire safety firms need to take 'plan b action' and start preparing for what Brexit could mean when it comes to selling products in Europe, according to one expert. Read More
Can technology make the workplace safer? 10 ways to introduce risk free tech
April 12, 2019
The introduction of technology driven solutions into the manufacturing industry has seen a drop in reported cases of workplace injuries and occupational diseases. Read More
Government unveils ‘no-deal Brexit’ UKCA safety markings
February 12, 2019
The Government has unveiled a new safety symbol, which could replace the existing CE marking in the event of Britain leaving the EU without a deal. Read More
Understanding the revised PPE Regulation
May 17, 2016
By Matthew Judson, Technical Director, JSP European health and safety legislation on Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) has changed. The new Read More
