Can industrial incidents like Buncefield be prevented?
The Buncefield oil depot explosion of 2005 sparked a firm warning from The Health and Safety Executive: companies who fall …
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Pharmaceutical company fined over “preventable” failings
An investigation by the Health and Safety Executive has led to the prosecution of a north east pharmaceutical company after …
View PositionHSE proposes changes to COMAH
The Health and Safety Executive is holding a public consultation on proposed changes to the control of major-accident hazards (COMAH) …
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The Health and Safety Executive has rolled out improved guidance to make it easier for larger organisations and businesses to …
View PositionHSE provides guidance on the classification of substances
Christina Roberts, policy advisor at the Health and Safety Executive, has given guidance to industry about changes to the classification …
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Companies taking safety shortcuts
Lorraine Birch, managing director of Preston information management firm, IBEX, has warned that companies are putting employees’ health at risk …
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HSE code cuts back on unnecessary inspections
A new code designed to prevent unnecessary health and safety inspections has been published by the Health and Safety Executive. …
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Oil workers mute on safety issues for fear of being fired
A conference to mark the 25th anniversary of Piper Alpha is set to be told that safety on North Sea …
View PositionNEBOSH Training Courses FAQ#4: What is PPE?
Q) NEBOSH Training Courses FAQ: What is PPE? A) PPE is a classic when it comes to industrial terminology: it …
View Position60% of HSE inspections result in fines says report
The Health and Safety Executive’s Fees for Intervention scheme is reported to have generated around £857,000 between 1 December 2012 …
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