Hearing Protection
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BSIF Warning: 79% of PPE from non-registered providers failed tests
The British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF) has issued a cautionary alert to industry and tradesmen following the extensive failure of personal protective equipment (PPE) from non-member entities in their safety assessments. In a comprehensive evaluation of safety performance, the BSIF tested 123 products acquired from non-member sources between December 2022 and December 2023. Tests were […]
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Tinnitus - Don't Suffer in Silence
The week 5th Feb – 11th Feb, 2022 marks Tinnitus Week in the UK. Most of us have left a nightclub or concert with a dull ringing in our ears that usually disappears before the hangover. Or maybe you’ve had a particularly loud day at work with hammers banging and grinders grinding and you notice […]
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Workplace Personal Protective Equipment - Your Ultimate Guide
Personal Protective Equipment generally goes by the acronym: PPE. It is the equipment that protects its users from health or safety risks. Most specifically, risks you would find in the workplace. The Ultimate Guide to PPE includes an explanation of all relevant PPE regulations, best practice advice for health and safety officers or those charged […]
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Guide To Choosing Hearing Protection That's Right For You
In a noisy work environment, having the correct PPE to protect your hearing is essential. There are several consequences if you do not have the right equipment: Tinnitus, Acoustic Trauma, Temporary Hearing Loss, Industrial/Occupational Deafness, even Complete Hearing Loss How do you choose the right hearing protection PPE for your particular industry? Types of Hearing […]