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The effect of wearer stubble on the protection given by Filtering Face Masks

The effect of wearer stubble on the protection given by Filtering Face Masks

We are continuous urging staff at compost sites to wear appropriate respiratory protection to prevent the inhalation of bio-aerosols. Face masks can only provide optimum protection if they are properly fitted. This report from the HSE outlines the adverse effects of beard stubble on the fitting and sealing of face masks.
Safety signs and signals

Safety signs and signals

Safety signs and signals are required where, despite putting in place all other relevant measures, a significant risk to the health and safety of employees and others remains. This guidance published by the HSE is for employers, duty holders and others who have responsibility for the control of workplaces, sites and premises. It is also for those operating equipment that requires verbal and/or non-verbal communications.

Research reveals scale of skin cancer among outdoor workers

The number of people in the UK diagnosed with or dying from the deadliest form of skin cancer because of sun exposure at work is revealed in the findings of a new study published today.
Ireland Health and Safety Authority - Compost Information Sheet

Ireland Health and Safety Authority - Compost Information Sheet

The Health and Safety Authority in Ireland, in conjunction with Cre, have published an information sheet on Compost detailing potential hazards, recommended control measures and health advice.

REA Biogas publish latest issue of their Biogas Report

REA Biogas have published their latest report which has lots of information and details on everything relating to AD and Biogas
Waste Industry Safety & Health (WISH) - A practical pocket guide for the Waste industry

Waste Industry Safety & Health (WISH) - A practical pocket guide for the Waste industry

WISH have recently published pocket guide for the Waste Industry. This is aimed at Waste SME businesses to help identify their minimum legal requirements for a healthier and safer workplace.
Revised guidance from the HSE on working at heights

Revised guidance from the HSE on working at heights

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has overhauled its guidance for working at height, setting out in clear, simple terms what to do and what not to do – and debunking common myths that can confuse and mislead employers.
ORG launches health & safety consultants’ scheme.

ORG launches health & safety consultants’ scheme.

Organics Recycling Group has launched a health & safety consultants scheme. The scheme which is managed by ORG will see Business Health Partnership (BHP) and Chrestomatics offering substantial discounts to ORG members using their consultancy services.
Revised Guidance on the Safe Use of Lift Trucks

Revised Guidance on the Safe Use of Lift Trucks

It is almost certain that many of our members use lift trucks around their sites. This revised guidance on operator training from the HSE will help site operators and managers facilitate the safe use of these trucks on their sites.
ORG Health and Safety News Letter

ORG Health and Safety News Letter

The ORG Health & Safety News Letter featuring accident and incident reports from the final quarter of 2012
Is health surveillance required in my workplace?

Is health surveillance required in my workplace?

Composting is a natural process that relies on the actions of micro-organisms, the process will release dust & bio-aerosols, which represent potential health hazards. Whilst good health & safety practice should mean that steps are taken to protect workers from exposure to these hazards it must be assumed that there will be a residual risk arising from these hazards.
Using Work Equipment Safely.

Using Work Equipment Safely.

Every year there are numerous incidents arising from the incorrect use of work equipment. This guidance seeks to reduce the risk of these accidents.
A consultation on the proposed removal of the requirement for the HSE to approve first aid training and qualifications, .

A consultation on the proposed removal of the requirement for the HSE to approve first aid training and qualifications, .

CD248 – A consultation on the proposed removal of the requirement for the Health and Safety Executive to approve first aid training and qualifications, a review of the Approved Code of Practice and the content of associated guidance.

Improving Cabin Air Quality for Plant Operatives

This guidance has been written by AfOR member BMAir to provide information for site & company health & safety managers on how to reduce the risk to site personnel in respect of cabin air quality when operatives spend prolonged or frequent periods of time in mobile plant.
Health and Safety Issues Relatiing to Transport Operations Associated with Waste Collection

Health and Safety Issues Relatiing to Transport Operations Associated with Waste Collection

Transport operations associated with collection activities (municipal and commercial) and at a range of waste management and recycling sites represent the most significant risk of serious or fatal accidents to workers and members of the public. ‘Struck by moving vehicle’ accounts for about only 4% of all reported accidents, however, over 40% of all fatalities fall within this category.
Recycling firm fined after worker crushed to death

Recycling firm fined after worker crushed to death

An Ystrad Mynach recycling firm has been prosecuted by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) after a yard foreman was crushed to death. Norman Mayne (56) from Newport died after he became trapped between a container and a skip at Amber Services Ltd's recycling yard at Dyffryn Business Park on 25 June 2008.
Health risk management: A practical guide for managers in SME’s

Health risk management: A practical guide for managers in SME’s

Guidance for the managers of SME's on health risk controls
Health and Safety FAQs

Health and Safety FAQs

This site provides answers to numerous frequently asked questions in the area of health & safety.
Health and safety in the plastics industry.

Health and safety in the plastics industry.

This area of the HSE website should provide help and advice for our members in the packaging industry.
HSE Advice on Manual Handling

HSE Advice on Manual Handling

Musculoskeletal disorders are a major source of injuries within the workplace. These injuries can be caused by manual handling. This area of the HSE website gives advice on avoiding these injuries.
Health & Safety Advice on the Servicing of Motor Vehicles

Health & Safety Advice on the Servicing of Motor Vehicles

Guidance from the HSE on safe working practices in vehicle maintenance.

Infections at Work

This article links to a HSE website giving advice on the control of infections. Since the composting industry produces dust and bio-aerosols that represent hazards to health this site should prove interest to many in the organics recycling industry. The site has a section dedicated to the waste management industry.
BSIF Respiratory Protection Equipment Selection Guide

BSIF Respiratory Protection Equipment Selection Guide

An industry guide to the selection of appropriate respiratory protective equipment.

Cab filtration on composting sites, best practice

This information willhelp employers, the selfemployed and contractors comply with the Control of Substances azardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH), as amended, to control exposure and protect workers’ health.

Green waste collection-Health issues

This ‘good practice’ guidance was written in consultation and with the support ofthe Waste Industry Safety and Health Forum (WISH). It does not aim to be
comprehensive but gives examples of good practice within the industry.
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