October 5, 2023
Some UK construction sites have no effective design or planning to eliminate risks from dust and the hierarchy of controls is simply not considered at all, says the regulator. Read More
October 12, 2022
Health and Safety Executive (HSE) inspectors have begun a targeted inspection initiative focusing on manufacturing businesses where materials that contain silica are used. Read More
September 13, 2022
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE)’s has recently refreshed its silica guidance for brick and tile manufacturing, stonework and foundries ahead of manufacturing sector focused inspections in autumn/winter. Read More
August 23, 2022
Many industrial processes generate varying levels of dust, which may come from machining parts or from working with raw materials. The rail industry is no exception to this rule, with both workers and the general public at risk from the health effects associated with inhalation and exposure. The experts at SOCOTEC look into what these risks are and how rail organisations can effectively control them. Read More
April 27, 2021
Did you know that silica dust is the biggest risk to workers after asbestos? In this guide, find out how to ensure that your workplace is silica dust safe. Read More
October 5, 2020
Health and safety inspectors across Great Britain will be targeting construction firms from 5 October to check that their health standards are up to scratch during a month-long inspection initiative. Read More
January 15, 2020
The damaging effects of harmful particulates found in construction material manufacturing and at construction worksites across the globe is becoming a major cause for concern. Read More
August 6, 2019
Unite has launched an online silica register to protect workers whose health could be damaged by dust inhalation. Read More
June 24, 2019
An employee of a stone masonry company developed silicosis after being exposed to respirable silica dust. Read More
June 17, 2019
Firms across Great Britain are to be targeted in a new series of inspections focusing on dust control by the HSE. Read More