StocExpo returns triumphant
June 8, 2022
International bulk liquid storage event, StocExpo, made a triumphant return in May with over 150 exhibitors, thousands of visitors and a jam-packed conference. Read More
EU amends current law to strengthen protection of workers from hazardous substances
March 28, 2022
The Council of the EU has approved the amendment of the carcinogens and mutagens directive, an EU law to protect workers from dangerous substances. Read More
Institute of Refrigeration releases guide to health and safety responsibilities in the workplace
February 25, 2022
The Institute of Refrigeration has published a short guide to employer health and safety responsibilities in the workplace. Read More
Director prosecuted for failing to comply with Enforcement Notices
July 23, 2021
A Director has been fined for failing to comply with Enforcement Notices served to protect the health and safety of workers in his workplace. Read More
Company fined after apprentices suffer chemical burns
July 2, 2021
Two apprentices were working at Mercedes-Benz of Northampton in Riverside Business Park, cleaning the vehicle ramps in the workshop using a chemical from an unlabelled barrel. Read More
Working with hazardous substances – HSE releases guide to preventing exposure to harmful substances
December 4, 2020
The Working with substances hazardous to health guide suggests that one of the most common and serious risks to the health and safety of people at work is exposure to hazardous substances. Read More
Better protection of workers against cancer-causing chemicals
September 28, 2020
To improve workers' protection against cancer, the European Commission has proposed to further limit their exposure to cancer-causing chemicals. Read More
Hazardous substance management eBook
August 10, 2020
A free to download eBook written by Alcumus Sypol’s in-house COSHH scientists on how hazardous substance management plays a vital role in protecting your employees, including the exposure and spread of COVID-19 in the workplace. Read More
Workers exposed to dermatitis risk
February 26, 2020
An engineering company has been fined for failing to control the risk of its employees developing dermatitis following exposure to metalworking fluid. Read More
Environmental compliance and reform on the horizon
July 26, 2019
Eversheds Sutherland flags a number of upcoming environmental law changes and compliance deadlines for 2019. A wide range of businesses will be affected by some, if not all, of these changes, meaning planning ahead is essential to ensure compliance. Read More
