Manufacturer fined after failing to manage workers’ exposure to vibration
April 19, 2023
A manufacturer has been fined £120,000 for failing to adequately assess and control the risks to its employees from exposure to vibration when using vibrating tools. Read More
How does HAVS impact the rail sector?
November 19, 2020
Mary Cameron, Team Leader within SOCOTEC’s Occupational Hygiene team, discusses the impact that HAV exposure has on employees within the rail sector and the actions that organisations can take to effectively reduce and eliminate exposure. Read More
Working safely with metalworking fluids
April 23, 2020
During processes such as machining, grinding and milling, individuals working with metalworking fluids as part of their day-to-day role risk developing a host of respiratory illnesses, which is why it is important for organisations to encourage best working practices and ensure that exposure levels are as low as is reasonably practicable. Read More
Changes to workplace exposure limits: EH40 update
February 16, 2020
An outline the EH40 update, providing an understanding of the new workplace exposure limits. Read More