On 6th April 2019 the HSE increased Fee For Intervention (FFI) by almost 20% to £154 per hour. The previous rate of £129 was set back in 2016. The last reported average cost of a single FFI invoice was £1390.26…
It’s time to clear the air!
Wood dust (hardwood and softwood) can cause serious health problems and, if not managed correctly, can lead to occupational asthma or cancer, particularly of the nose (sino-nasal cancer). There are an estimated 13,000 deaths each year primarily linked to dust…
Managing your health & safety
There are many challenges involved in running a business. Clients come to you for your skills, knowledge and experience and because the product/service you provide is of value to them. But in addition to this you will also need to…
Wood Dust in the Joinery Industry
Health and Safety is often combined into one ill-defined heading whereas it should be thought of as two distinct areas. Safety is the protection of people from physical injury, the consequences of a failure can become quickly visible. Health is…
