Care & Maintenance Every welder uses RPE but do you inspect it regularly and keep records of this, for at least five years? The list of requirements and guidance is extensive and, of course, we recommend you do your own research and seek advice as needed but here is a…
Health & Safety Executive (HSE) eBulletin: Fabricated Metal Inspection On the 17th February 2021 the HSE issued an eBulletin directed at metal fabricators concerning welding fumes and metalworking fluids. As such, the HSE has written to businesses to ensure they are complying with guidance to manage the risk of associated respiratory…
Did you receive the HSE e-bulletin on metal fabricators?Last month, the Health and Safety Executive wrote to fabricated metal businesses across Great Britain to check the risks of welding fumes and metalworking fluids are being managed. If your business receives a letter, you should respond as soon as possible and by…
Change in Enforcement for Mild Steel Welding Fume The HSE (Health and Safety Executive) have released a new Safety Alert announcing a change in enforcement expectations for mild steel welding fumes. This comes following new scientific evidence suggesting exposure to all welding fumes, including mild steel welding fumes, can cause…