For wearers of respiratory protective equipment to be protected they need to receive proper training. Do you know your responsibilities and what training is required? Advice for employers 🔗 ow.ly/WaHN50ZWEKf 🔵 Users of all types of RPE require training

Do you assess the risks of exposure to hazardous substances before choosing RPE and starting work? Remember that you must identify the steps needed to control the risks, apply them and ensure that they remain effective. 🔵 RPE can be one of the control measures

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Remember that hearing protection, such as earmuffs, is your last line of defence against hearing damage 🔵 Your employer should provide it and train you on how to use it and get replacements 🔵 Your employer should consult you and offer a choice of type and design

The updated IT’S IN YOUR HANDS© campaign guide sets out clear advice for employers and employees on how to prevent work-related skin disease. 🔗 ow.ly/VW8L50YoYHR 🔵 Hazardous substances must be assessed and controlled before work begins

If you select hearing and head protection from different sources, make sure the combined system has been tested and certified against EN 352-3. 🔵 It is also good practice to perform fit testing of a combination system Your ears may be covered, but are you protected?

Employers must develop effective work procedures for the use and storage of flammable materials. 🔗 ow.ly/P8Zo50PiYXu Use our guide to the safe storage of hazardous materials. 🔵 Workers must be fully trained in those procedures

Reminder: Acids should be kept separate from alkalis, and oxidising agents from reducing agents 🔵 Incompatibilities within the same class of chemical also exist Organise your store so that incompatible chemicals are kept in segregated, marked product bays

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PPE is essential, in conjunction with other safety controls, when risks cannot be eliminated through other measures. PPE is vital. It's a proactive measure that plays a critical role in safeguarding workers. 🔵 Always choose quality PPE because lives depend on it

Failing to check your RPE is fit for purpose could leave you or your employees vulnerable and unprotected. What to check when specifying RPE 🔗 ow.ly/Xz6U50ZSf7U Remember: There are thousands of different products and suppliers out there, some good, some not so good.

When considering using an earmuff attached to head protection and/or face protection, the combination needs to be fully tested and certified together, typically in accordance with the requirements of the harmonised European Standard and UK Designated Standard EN 352-3.

As an employer, do you ensure the RPE you provide is right for the hazard, the environment & the wearer? For RPE to be effective, it needs to be worn correctly, be well maintained and be stored properly 🔵 Workers using tight fitting RPE must be fit tested by a competent person

Reminder: Properly specified, well-fitting and high-quality PPE not only enhances safety but also allows workers to carry out their jobs effectively and remain in the industries they enjoy for longer.

This video demonstrates the difference between real life lab testing to appropriate standards, and the fanciful advertising and outlandish performance claims that are all over the internet 🔗 ow.ly/tIRr50YMHqn Remember: Substandard PPE is dangerous

Do you protect the safety and health of yourself, your workers and others who may be affected by how you use equipment? 🔵 The employer must take all necessary steps to select and install equipment properly, use it carefully, and ensure that it is fully maintained

Are you fully aware of your responsibilities when it comes to issuing RPE and fit testing? 🔗 ow.ly/eMns50EaUsM 🔵 A poorly executed fit test could result in a worker wearing a mask that is unsuitable and does not offer the assumed protection level

Work can be demanding, but the right PPE does more than just protect—it enables people to work safely and comfortably. Beyond protection, great PPE improves comfort, confidence and morale, and even staff retention.

The Bad Vibrations campaign is designed to help tackle the widespread confusion surrounding hand-arm vibration syndrome. 🔗 ow.ly/k1nJ50WNAwx Read our guide to learn more about HAVS and take action to protect yourself and your workforce.

If your workers have to deal with excessive workloads such as very fast-paced work, high workloads and time pressures, remember that working continuously under pressure can lead to serious stress and health problems 🔵 Allow workers recovery time and periods of lighter workload