GLOVES
The range of specialist thermal solutions from the Unigloves Nitrex Thermal Industrial Gloves range will not only protect against cold. Wearers will also benefit from superior wet and dry grip, liquid resistance and abrasion and cut protection. There are three thermal gloves available – Nitrex 299T, Nitrex 360FCT and Nitrex 370W.
HI-VIS
An extended range of sustainable and functional High Visibility working clothes for light to night, dawn to dusk is available from Snickers. The jackets, trousers, shorts, toolvests, shirts and fleeces all work together to satisfy the requirements of Class 1, 2 and 3 protection levels, and the requirements of the EN 20471 standard for high visibility warning clothes.
SAFETY EYEWEAR
The uvex i-range comprises three models that protect against a wide variety of workplace hazards – i-lite, i-guard and uvex i-guard+. They all feature large, flat lenses for an unrestricted field of vision with an x-tended sideshield to provide additional protection. In addition, i-range planet features recycled and bio-based materials.
https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/product-group/uvex-i-range/
TELESCOPIC LADDER
Following a recent study by the East of England Trading Standards Association (EETSA) and the Ladder Association about the safety of some telescopic ladders on the market, Werner is urging companies to only purchase from reputable manufacturers. To help when choosing a telescopic ladder, The Ladder Association has produced a handy safety guide for users.
www.wernerco.com/uk/ladder-safety
LIFELINES
In developing the MSA Temporary Horizontal Lifeline, design engineers have opted for galvanised steel cable to maximise durability. Complex, time-consuming set-up processes – typically requiring more than one pair of hands – have been replaced with a faster, simpler approach that takes the guesswork out of correct locking and tensioning
BURNS AWARENESS
The Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering (CIPHE) is warning plumbers and homeowners about the dangers of burn and scald injuries. Many of these incidents can be prevented with the use of Thermostatic Radiator Valves (TMVs), or precautions such as low surface temperature radiators.
www.ciphe.org.uk/burns-and-scalds
NOISE-INDUCED HEARING LOSS
Smart Alert, a new and intelligent system from Minuendo is aimed at preventing noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL). Ergonomic earplugs, which can be worn on their own or under ear defenders, protects against noise while supplying the end-user with natural sound: maintaining directivity, situational awareness, and communication with co-workers.
https://www.minuendo.com/smart-alert-earplugs
WORK AT HEIGHT
The Taylor Lane Timber Frame Top Hat Gantry Walkway method is a new work at height technique for use when constructing roofs which require top hat trusses. For ease and better understanding, Taylor Lane has made a best practice video which gives a step-by-step guide to the new method. Use the rdr.link below to access it on YouTube.
HAVS
HAVSPRO, the real-time, on-tool solution for the measurement and monitoring of vibration, now offers a full-service aftercare package for customers. The service is included at no extra cost within a HAVSPRO subscription and is designed to provide customers with assurance they are getting the best from the monitoring and measurement devices.
https://www.havspro.com/havspro-aftercare-service/
PPE
Designed to meet the needs of a diverse workforce, rather than the ‘average’ worker, Cromwell has launched an inclusive range of personal protection equipment (PPE) products. Halo is designed for most sizes, shapes, cultural needs and gender, all certified to meet the latest safety compliance standards.
If you’re interested in hearing more about health and safety products for tradespeople, then you may also like episode 2 of the Professional Builder Podcast
