Health & Safety Update - June 2021

Health & Safety Update | JUNE 2021

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Explosion Venting Devices

Flash 2 Explosion Suppression System

Earthing Control for Gas and Dust applications.

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STUVEX - KEEPING FACTORIES SAFE StuvEx supplies a large range of products and systems to protect every part of the processing function from fires and explosions. From the raw-product storage silo all the way through to final processing and packing, StuvEx will have it covered. Products that will detect a spark in a fraction of a second, systems which will protect every size of filter from the smallest to the largest. Valves which automatically shut to prevent propagation. Flash, a system that will immediately extinguish an explosion. Along with explosion panels that will safely vent an explosion into the atmosphere and products that will prevent the build-up of static electricity when powder is discharged from road tankers. If you are looking to install a new fire and explosion protection system or modify and improve an existing system, what follows may help.

EXPLOSION VENTING Explosion venting is about minimising the damage to a vessel or silo by directing the explosion away from people and machinery in a controlled way. Calculating precisely where a vent should be located is the difficult part. Cutting a hole in the side of a vessel and fitting a simple bursting disc without first calculating opening pressures and correct placement could be a disaster in the making. But we do this all the time – and, more to the point, we get it right all the time so please, leave it to us.

We have developed a range of products for Explosion Venting which cover specific requirements: StuvEx DQS Flameless Indoor Vent – This is a completely different type of explosion protection system.

Once installed, explosive pressure can be safely vented even in areas where the workforce is close to the vent opening.

In the event of an explosion, a spring-loaded diaphragm opens and allows the gases to be cooled by a series of metal plates. This stops flames from entering the workplace. When the explosive pressure is reduced, the DQS closes to stop any air re-entering the vessel, stopping any chances of a secondary explosion. DQS is practically maintenance free and ATEX Certified.

The StuvEx Indoorvent has an integrated flame arrestor which allows an explosive event to safely occur inside a building. The Stuvent consists of a large area rupture disc and a flame arresting, ceramic filter. The big advantage of this system is that once activated by an explosion, both the rupture disc and the filter elements can be easily replaced by the user, saving both time and lost production.

The Indoorvent is ATEX Certified.

The StuvEx Stuvent Explosion Vent has a thin metal membrane which opens once a specific explosive pressure is reached and it is suitable for areas where both gas and or dust explosions are possible. The membrane is pre-cut on three sides; the fourth side is left un-cut which means that in the event of an explosion the vent stays attached thereby eliminating the damage that a flying metal plate could cause. Four different models are available covering every type of application. Every Stuvent is ATEX certified.

EXPLOSION ISOLATION When an explosion occurs, isolating it and stopping its propagation is vital because it has been shown that it is not the first explosion that causes the greatest damage it is the second or subsequent. These additional explosions are inevitably due to non- existent or insufficient explosion isolation systems in place. StuvEx manufactures a range of different valves designed specifically for explosion isolation.

While the NOVEX non-return valve was primarily designed for isolating filters, it can be used elsewhere. A NOVEX valve stays in an open position while air and dust is directed towards the filter. But the moment that reverse pressure occurs due to an explosion, the NOVEX valve closes automatically, which stops the explosive effect travelling back down the line. NOVEX valves are easy to install, are available in a wide range of different sizes and can handle organic and metal dusts. Every model is ATEX Certified.

The Ventex valve is the opposite of the Novex valve in that it was designed to be installed to the exhaust or clean air side of a filter. As soon as the Ventex valve senses the pressure wave preceding a flame jet, it automatically closes. This high-speed valve stops flame propagation and can resist explosive pressures up to 14bar. Every model is ATEX Certified.

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The StuvEx FSGV is the fastest way to isolate an explosion with activation times between 8 and 30 m-secs. The FSGV can handle explosive pressures of up to 50 bar. Activation is by means of an explosion detector and it will work in any dry environment regardless of dust levels. There are special versions available for the pharmaceutical industries and every model is ATEX certified.

With a StuvEx Diverter Valve installed in a pneumatic conveying line, an explosion can be diverted to a safe area.

StuvEx Diverter Valves are all fitted with position sensors that indicate its position in the line on a factory control system.

Designed to be used in conjunction with a spark detection system, the StuvEx Fire Trap Valve can be supplied with either electro-pneumatic or magnetic release mechanisms.

FLASH EXPLOSION SUPPRESSION A correctly installed explosion suppression system is one of the best insurances that a processing facility can have. The StuvEx Flash Explosion Suppression System is widely considered to be the industry standard.

The Flash system is both flexible and modular.

Explosion detectors triggered by either static pressure or a rate of rise in pressure or optical monitoring, or even a combination of all three send a signal to a multifunctional control unit linked to ultra-fast powder extinguishers filled with food-grade Sodium Bicarbonate. In operation, the detectors continuously monitor the process system being protected. In the event of an increase in pressure or optical detection a signal is sent to the control unit which, in turn, triggers the gas generators of the extinguishing agent bottles. It takes milliseconds to flood the area with enough Sodium Bicarbonate to suppress the explosion before it has had a chance to take hold. As sodium bicarbonate is used as the suppressing agent cleaning is easy. While other manufacturers use pressure vessels in their systems, which can leak, the Flash system is powered by gas generators, so no re-pressurising is need.

Safeground consists of an easy to install Control Unit, a cable, and an earth clamp. Both types will only allow the object – a road tanker for example - to be discharged if it safely earthed. If it is safely earthed, a green light will show on the Control Unit.

A poor earth and a red light will show, the latest dust versions now feature a stainless-steel casing for easy cleaning and maintenance and a revised facia.

Safeground has dual certification – ATEX and IECEx.

FILTER PROTECTION StuvEx has a solution to the problem of fires in process filters which is based on their CO2 fire extinguishing system which can be installed on a new filter or retrofitted to an existing filter.

The StuvEx Filter Protection system uses spark detectors and/or heat sensors on the filter to trigger the control unit. The control unit provides an audible alarm and operates a relay interlock to shut down the filter and associated process equipment. After a short delay for evacuation, a solenoid valve is activated, flooding CO2 through pipework to injection points located on the filter.

The StuvEx CO2 fire extinguishing system is simple to install. A single cabinet houses both the control system and the CO2 bottle assembly, which features a weighing system to ensure that it is full.

Product Development is a key phrase at StuvEx. Technology does not stand still and neither has StuvEx. The development of products that will stop explosions and fires occurring and make the process industries safer is what StuvEx is all about so before upgrading or renewing your factories fire and explosion safety systems, speak to StuvEx first.

EARTHING CONTROL Since its launch, StuvEX has sold hundreds of its market leading Safeground Earthing Systems throughout Europe and has been at the forefront, dealing with the dangers of static electricity in the transport and process industries. StuvEx manufactures two types: One for dusts and the other for gas.

For further information contact Stuvex Tel: +44 (0)1932 571303 Email: info@stuvex.com

www.stuvexuk.com

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Engel high-vis workwear helps save the environment

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Snickers Workwear: Cooling & Sustainable

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Brady: Safety is Personal

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Engel high-vis workwear helps save the environment A range of high visibility protective safety clothing with 50% of the material made from recycled plastic bottles has been introduced by workwear manufacturer Engel Workwear.

Called ‘Safety Light’, each item of clothing can be verified to consist of regenerated polyester fibres ultimately spun from a specific number of plastic bottles to make up 50% of its content. This is combined with 40% cotton and 10% standard polyester (245 g/m2) to produce a cool-to-wear, durable fabric. By using regenerated polyester which is equally as efficient as new, there are also significant consumption savings on energy, water and C02.

The Danish firm has worked closely with Unifi, one of the world’s most advanced recycling centres which transforms the recycled bottles into a polyester yarn called ‘REPREVE©’ The smart, mix-and-match range includes boiler suits (containing 37 plastic bottles), work-jackets (20 bottles), trousers (19 bottles) with Cordura kneepad pockets and elasticated waistband, bib-overalls (23 bottles) and shorts (14 bottles). All have many practical pockets and comfort-design features. There is also a specific selection especially for women called ‘Ladies Light’, all with the same benefits.

Commenting on the initiative, the CEO of Engel Workwear, John Engel said: “We are delighted to be able to make a positive contribution in helping to reduce the impact of the single-use global plastic waste crisis by putting many thousands of otherwise discarded bottles to further practical purpose. By doing so, we are able to not only do our bit to help improve the environment, but also be the first to use this versatile fabric to produce a unique range of lightweight, hardwearing and comfortable high-visibility clothing which will help keep our customers safe” The Engel ‘Safety Light’ collection is to be further extended during 2021 and for maximum comfort and flexibility, no matter what the work situation, the company is also marketing their high-vis ‘Super Stretch’ range; this consists of a wide variety of garments with elastic fibres woven into a polyester and cotton mix; the strong yet extreme flexibility of the material allows each garment to return to its original shape thereby retaining all the inherent advantages of their design and style.

Comfort as much as durable practicality is important to any wearer as not only does the ‘Super Stretch’ workwear provide protection throughout the day or night, it also helps reduce tiredness, further minimising the risk of accidents.

For more details contact Gareth Bladen at gbl@f-engel.com Telephone +44(0) 7759 520034 Or visit www.engel.eu/en ENGEL Workwear - Catalogue (f-engel.com) Click here for more information. https://youtu.be/nc2se7xKKlE

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Wolf Safety’s Bespoke Lighting Solutions Add Value and Cut Costs

This objective was achieved using 60 perimeter mounted lights, fewer than the number proposed by other companies.

Using highly efficient Wolf lights, requiring fewer transformers, led to substantial cost reductions. The lighting solution required 48 mid-power WF-250XL floodlights mounted using magnet fixing kits at a 2m height on the tank wall, projecting light from the perimeter towards the centre.

An additional 12 high power WF-300®XL LED floodlights illuminated out from the central tower of the tank.

In their blueprint for the project Wolf’s experienced team also met the challenge of getting power safely from the SELV transformers located on the roof of the tank, out to the perimeter of the tank base.

Emergency LX-400E luminaires (luminaires with an additional battery power source) will provide back-up illumination in the event of a power failure, while a magnet based cable management solution will allow cables to be raised off the tank floor.`

As world leaders in manufacturing hazardous area portable and temporary lighting, Wolf Safety know that many customers require a bespoke solution which addresses safety, technical and logistical issues raised by a specific project.

So when the Wolf team was asked to propose a lighting solution for the inspection and maintenance of a condensate LNG tank in Norway it was an ideal opportunity to demonstrate the company’s technical expertise and bespoke service.

This enhanced capability proved a key factor in Wolf Safety being awarded the contract, following a highly competitive international procurement process.

Says Miles Jackson, Sales Director: “We not only came up with a better lighting scheme but also a safer, total solution, delivered at considerably lower cost than our competitors. This addressed all safety aspects, including correct fusing of very long extra-low voltage power cables.

Project summary: The LNG (liquefied natural gas) storage tank to be inspected and maintained is 60m in diameter and 45m high. The task required the use of a SELV (Safe Extra Low Voltage) power supply and this, combined with limited access to the tank, raised several issues.

As different contractors’ teams needed to work on the project at the same time the base of the tank had to be fully illuminated.

For further information about bespoke ATEX temporary lighting solutions for use in hazardous areas, go to: www.wolfsafety.com

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Wipe away the risk of infection with new PURELL® Surface products Skin and surface hygiene expert enhances PURELL surface range to offer powerful, germ-killing peace of mind

Skin health and surface hygiene expert, GOJO IndustriesEurope, has extended its PURELL surface range, with the addition of two new products, to help businesses keep their spaces hygienically clean and healthy. The portfolio also has a new look. The yellow packaging has been replaced with blue trigger handles, lids, and labels, bringing them into line with PURELL’s market-leading hand hygiene range.

Added to the portfolio of PURELL Surface Sanitising Spray and Wipes, are a bucket of wipes and a 5-litre jug. The bucket holds 450 wipes, ideal for large surfaces and intensive use, whilst the 5L jug is designed to refill the 750ml trigger spray bottles, making it a more sustainable purchase.

Fast acting and with high antimicrobial efficacy, PURELL surface sanitising products can be used with complete confidence in a variety of settings and sectors. They are compatible with most smooth surfaces such as desks, tables, toys, fitness equipment, and worktops. Bactericidal, fungicidal and virucidal, they come ready-to-use with no rinse required.

Last year, PURELL Advanced Hygienic Hand Rub and its Surface Spray and Wipes were tested against Coronavirus1, passing the EN 14476 standard with a contact time of just 30 seconds. The Surface range has also been tested specifically 1 BCoV (surrogate virus)

on Salmonella, Campylobacter, Listeria, and yeast, and conforms to the international food taint testing standard EN 4120:2007. This provides assurance that they are safe for use in food environments.

Chris Wakefield, Managing Director UK & Ireland, GOJO Industries-Europe Ltd comments, ‘The PURELL focus on “formulation without compromise” is all about striking the perfect balance of efficacy and safety, which helps us to fulfill the GOJO purpose of saving lives and making life better through wellbeing solutions.

‘As society begins to re-open, employing effective sanitising and hygiene products will be crucial to keep spaces clean and COVID-secure, regardless of industry. Built on decades of scientific innovation and proven to work by independent testing, the PURELL brand can be trusted to safely and effectively eliminate germs and viruses.’

For more information, call +44 (0)1908 588444, email infouk@GOJO.com or visit www.GOJO.com

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EMMA

SUSTAINABLY RESPONSIBLE SAFETY FOOTWEAR 100% Circularity in Materials Technology to Improve Your Carbon Footprint.

EMMA will help you reduce your carbon footprint - by supplying Safety Footwear that’s completely made from a combination of recycled materials and materials that are recyclable. This ‘100% Circular’ footwear offering is changing the lifecycle of safety footwear as EMMA steps up to be an active part of individual and corporate sustainability programmes.

Every product in the EMMA range is safe for the environment with a ‘100% ‘Circular’ manufacturing, usage-mapping and recycling process for every shoe and boot produced under the EMMA brand – the supplychain partner that’s totally committed to sustainability and reducing waste.

For buyers and specifiers in all industry sectors including construction and manufacturing, logistics and warehousing, office and retail, hospitality and medical, EMMA safety footwear will make a double-headed contribution to their businesses – a value for money investment in workforce-wellbeing and a commitment to improving corporate social impact.

Part of the Hultafors Group portfolio of market-leading PPE brands, EMMA complements the Solid Gear and Toe Guard safety footwear ranges by including all the Hultafors Group hallmarks of hi-tech designs that combine top quality materials for ultimate comfort, maximum safety and wellbeing at work.

To get more information on EMMA Safety Footwear, visit the website at www.emmasafetyfootwear.com call the Snickers Helpline on 01484 854788 or email sales@hultaforsgroup.co.uk

Snickers Workwear For Summer

– Cooling Technology and Verifiable Sustainability

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Snickers Workwear = Comfort = Wellbeing and Improved Performance.

Everyone wants to be cool, and comfortable at work this summer – and to do their bit for saving the planet. That’s why Snickers Workwear has integrated improved 37.5® fabric technology and ‘Verifiable Sustainability’ into its Tand Polo-shirts.

The new AllroundWork styles are made from highly functional waffle- structured 37.5® fabric for optimal ventilation, cooling and moisture transport to keep you feeling fresh for longer.

And, with the aim of being at the forefront of sustainability in Workwear, the new lightweight Polo and T-shirts are

made of 100% recycled polyester with a bio-based, antiodour finish with a smooth texture and efficient moisture transport for great working comfort.

They’ve all got street-smart body-mapping designs for an amazing fit, outstanding functionality and long-lasting comfort – all day, every day.

Getting information on the Snickers’ Summer Workwear range is easy. You can call the Hultafors Group Helpline on 01484 854788. You can check out the website and download a digital catalogue at www.snickersworkwear.co.uk or email sales@hultaforsgroup.co.uk

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Sustainable Summer Workwear That’s Great For Leisure Too! Snickers Workwear = Comfort = Wellbeing = Improved Performance and Sustainability As Well!

Peter Dumigan is managing director of the Hultafors Group UK, which owns Snickers Workwear, Hultafors Tools, EMMA, Solid Gear and Toe Guard safety footwear as well as Hellberg Safety PPE. For nearly 50 years, Snickers Workwear has been building a workwear trend that now delivers eco-friendly, technically advanced, innovative and high-quality working clothes that are built to last and look good at work and at play. In essence, workwear that can be used both on site, and for leisure activities too.

Nowadays though, environmental considerations are more important than ever for Workwear and Footwear brands. Just as the effects of plastic waste on the environment has been brought to the centre of consumer consciousness in recent years, so the problems caused by the disposal of shoes and clothing are also coming to the fore.

Images of ‘ragpickers’ and animals feeding on waste clothing mountains in Africa are an increasing cause for concern as landfill sites become overwhelmed because we dispose of our waste on someone else’s doorstep. But it’s not just everyday consumer waste that’s causing problems. Thousands of tonnes of used clothing and footwear end up in landfill or on waste mountains overseas. It’s high time they were disposed of in an environmentally responsible manner so that ‘footprints’ can be maintained at levels that benefit everyone, not just the environment.

Snickers Workwear clothing is trialed from the arctic circle to the southern Mediterranean, tried and tested in

extreme environmental conditions – cold, heat, wind and rain. But not only are these working clothes tested for performance, they’re now tested with regard to ‘Environmental Sustainability’. What makes these garments so appealing to individuals and corporates alike is not only the ergonomic body mapping designs but also the 21st century fabrics including the latest in recycled, organic and sports fabric technology.

Design and development has always been driven by continual research into user needs and experiences in a variety of working environments and weather conditions, but nowadays recyclability and carbon footprint impact is a key part of that evaluation. So, it’s not just the physical demands on the body when working hard on site or in sports and leisure activities that’s researched, it’s the physical demands that product manufacturing and disposal place on the world around us that matters too.

So, if you’re thinking about what’s most practical – and beneficial - to wear this summer for work or leisure, some of Snickers Workwear’s LiteWork and FlexiWork clothing is dual purpose and works hard in reducing our collective carbon footprints.

If it’s performance you need, check out the upgraded lightweight and breathable 37.5 fabric technology in Snicker’s Workwear’s shirts and

base-layer clothes. With superb cooling technology, they’re great for demanding tasks on site as well as high intensity gym work, circuit training, jogging, hill walking and mountain-biking. The new AllroundWork styles are made from highly functional waffle- structured 37.5® fabric for optimal ventilation, cooling and moisture transport to keep you feeling fresh for longer.

Combining Market-leading fabric technology with Verifiable Sustainability But if you want to be more than just cool and comfortable at work this summer – and do your for bit for saving the planet - the ‘Verifiable Sustainability’ in Snickers Workwear new T- and Polo-shirts will suit you down to the ground. The brand aims to be at the forefront of sustainability in Workwear which is why the new lightweight Polo and T-shirts are made of 100% recycled polyester with a bio-based, antiodour finish plus a smooth texture and efficient moisture transport for great working comfort.

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If your focus is on being kind to animals, the Sustainable Merino Wool mid- and base-layer clothes are ‘Mulesing-Free which will help you stay warm or cool because of the nature of its 100% allnatural Merino Wool fabric that delivers optimal comfort for all kinds of working environments and leisure activities. Designed by nature for excellent ventilation and insulation, Merino wool is extremely soft, and naturally odour-preventive for an all-day fresh feel. It’s also temperature-regulating, repels water, dirt particles. It’s anti-static and Snickers Workwear ensures that the wool it uses is produced in kind-to-animals, ‘Mulesing-Free’ environments.

If recyclability is your particular focus in eco-friendly priorities, then the AllroundWork fleeces and bodywarmers could be your ‘Sustainable Choice’. Made from 100% recycled polyester, the POLARTEC® garments are comfortable and lightweight with great freedom of movement. They’ll also deliver just the right warmth and comfort to keep your body warm in chilly early mornings or comfortably cool in the warmer evenings.

37.5® Fabric Technology - Making Working On Site A Cooler Experience David says, “On a hot day you really need a garment made from a fabric that has the ultimate capacity for ventilation and moisture transport.

That is why we at Snickers Workwear have chosen 37.5® technology to provide hardworking craftsmen and women with the coolest experience”.

37.5® is a ground-breaking new fabric technology – largely used in highperformance sportswear - with unmatched efficiency when it comes to ventilation and moisture transport. Instead of being applied to the surface of the fabric, 37.5® fibres are woven into the fabric. This means they never get washed out so you get the full benefit wear after wear.

5 Cool facts About 37.5® Technology • The active particles used in • The hotter a user gets the 37.5® technology are derived from stronger the drive force natural sources such as coconut removing moisture becomes. shells and volcanic minerals.

• 37.5® works to the level of • Fabrics with 37.5® technology 37.5 degrees, both when it dry up to five times faster than comes to humidity percentage performance fabrics without. and temperature.

100% Circularity in Materials Technology to Really Improve Your Carbon Footprint.

ordinary safety footwear just isn’t contributing to your sustainability policy, you can be sure there’s an EMMA product that is.

If you want to ensure 100% Circularity in what you’re wearing, a product that’s completely made from a combination of recycled materials and materials that are recyclable is EMMA, Sustainably Responsible Safety Footwear. Definitely a brand worth looking at.

While style, comfort and functionality have been key drivers in Snickers Workwear clothing development over the years, fabric performance and sustainability is now central to the technical design of the garments and footwear just as it is in performance sports and leisurewear.

EMMA is a socially responsible brand because it’s totally committed to sustainability and reducing waste.

Every shoe, trainer or boot in its range is safe for the environment with a ‘100% ‘Circular’ manufacturing, usage-mapping and recycling process. So, to make a positive social impact in your workplace, if your

The result is environmentallyfriendly, ergonomically designed dual-purpose working clothes and footwear that are not only designed to meet the physical demands that tradesmen and women face at work but are also ideal for some sports and leisure activities – and reducing your carbon footprint too!f

Getting more information on the Snickers Workwear clothing range is easy. You can call the Helpline on 01484 854788; check out www.snickersworkwear.co.uk and download a digital catalogue or email sales@hultaforsgroup.co.uk

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WHY IT’S TIME FOR A MENTAL HEALTH REVOLUTION IN CONSTRUCTION We all know the importance of workplace safety to the construction industry. Slips, trips and falls, working at height, noise protection and more mean that workers need to be well-trained, monitored and assessed to ensure their safety on the job.

What you may not know is that more than 11x as many construction workers commit suicide each year than are killed in workplace accidents. Society’s attitudes towards mental health are slowly changing, but for construction, this is an emergency that demands a swift and powerful response.

While mental health is a societal issue, construction is particularly vulnerable due to being male-dominated, and often involving long periods away from home. The ‘macho’ culture can make people feel that they will be judged for speaking out, causing them to suffer in silence.

These problems are exacerbated by the physical demands of construction. Injuries from heavy lifting, repetitive strains, loud machinery and other sources are common, and can be debilitating. It’s also not always financially stable, as shown by the recent bankruptcy and collapse of Carillion.

Even if you can hide your mental health issues, they can compromise safety by distracting people, putting everyone’s lives at risk. They also tend to lower people’s productivity, meaning there is a strong financial case for businesses to intervene, as well as a moral one.

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There has to be a recognition that mental health is as important to site safety as any other established physical risk factor. The most important step to achieving this is to make it clear to workers that you take mental health seriously, and invest in solutions to improve mental health in your workforce.

The construction industry is at crisis point when it comes to mental health, but it isn’t too late to take action. What the industry needs now is for leaders to take responsibility and action rather than waiting for new legislation. By doing so, we can address the largest cause of deaths in construction - and make this a happier, healthier and more productive place to work.

There are a range of ways to achieve this.

The simplest and most effective is to provide mental health awareness training, teaching people the importance of good mental health and how to support their colleagues. This alone can break the stigma around mental health, and reinforce that it is something to be open about and not to shy away from.

From top to bottom, people should feel that they will be supported, and not be penalised for seeking help. This may require training for supervisors and business owners, as well as regular toolbox talks to reiterate the importance of good mental health and communication.

At SAMS we offer remote Mental Health awareness courses therefore If anyone has any questions or would like to enquire then please contact us on: 01843821406 or email us at: info@samsltd.co.uk. Enquires for our Mental Health awareness courses can also be bought on our website.

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SAFETY IS PERSONAL A Lockout/Tagout padlock is often the last obstacle to prevent a premature machine energisation, and a potential maintenance accident with impact on professionals and on their personal lives. To strongly highlight that Lockout/Tagout padlocks protect people, Brady Corporation now offers PrintFace: a complete padlock personalisation, up to printing coworkers’ pictures directly on their padlocks.

Personal padlocks By printing a face on padlocks, each Lockout/Tagout padlock can clearly show who it is protecting. PrintFace will help deter padlock tampering and will highlight that safety is very personal. Removing padlocks in Lockout/ Tagout should only be done by the padlock owner, who is shown on the lock. Team leaders, or a site safety manager, can step in if necessary, by following an agreed on procedure that maintains safety.

Next to adding a picture, other personalisation options are available including adding a company logo, serial number, text and more.

Highly reliable prints Personalisation can be printed in full colour and in high resolution directly on Brady’s nylon SafeKey-padlocks for Lockout/Tagout. The print is abrasion -, chemical -, and UV-resistant and highly reliable in both in- and outdoor lockouts. In addition, padlock engraving is available to achieve an even higher reliability, at the expense of colour and complex shapes. As a third, standard approach to personalise padlocks, it is also possible to write or print basic information on self-adhesive labels supplied with any Brady padlock.

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Achieve the highest Lockout/Tagout safety Brady’s SafeKey Lockout Padlocks offer 700% more lock and key combinations than a standard safety padlock. An innovative lock mechanism enables 100 000+ combinations that can optimally support complex key hierarchies including several master and grandmaster keys.

All key numbers are charted to ensure no two keys in the same company will open the same lock if so required. This enables a safe, future-proof Lockout/Tagout programme that fully respects the procedure’s one person, one lock, one key principle.

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- The Lone Worker Alarm Company

Our in-depth Knowledge of the issues surrounding lone workers and emergency response systems is based on many years of experience in consultation, research, design, implementation, management and support.

The unique SBES lone worker alarm systems have been developed over the last two decades, enabling us to provide the most expert service and system solutions available in today’s industries.

SBES’s commitment to lone worker protection is second to none.

We have systems to suit all sizes of companies, so whether you’re a single user or a global company, we have the best lone worker protection available

> www.sbes.co.uk

Redbacks Cushioning - Innovative products built to make you last Redbacks® was formed in 2011 in order to develop our cushioning invention for which we now hold a number of international patents.

> www.redbackscushioning.com

With over 30 years of experience, and installations in over 20 countries, PoolLock is one of the world’s leading manufacturers and suppliers of automatic safety and slatted covers for swimming pools.

PoolLock Automatic Covers offer you the safest, most convenient, most reliable and energy-efficient way to cover your pool.e

> www.poollock.com

Vicaima unexpected harmony Established in 1959, Vicaima have been supplying quality interior timber doors and door assemblies to the UK market for over 25 years. From its European HQ in Portugal, products are sent to be enhanced and distributed by the Vicaima Limited manufacturing and warehouse facility in Swindon, Wiltshire to developers, merchants and clients nationwide.

> www.vicaima.com/en-gb

Quirepace Engel Workwear - workwear for professionals

- innovation in vacuum and conveying technology

Our workwear is constantly adapted to the demands of the market. We sell the workwear that you need - whether it’s traditional or modern, or whether it needs to meet specific certifications.

We combine proven products with carefully designed solutions to deliver outstanding benefits to our customers. Our extensive experience enables us to best interpret our customers’ requirements and aspirations, in order to deliver first-class products, systems and services.

> www.engel.eu/en

> www.quirepace.co.uk