Industry Update Archives - Health & Safety Matters

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‘Action lagging’ on sustainability, says IOSH

IOSH WARNS that while awareness of social sustainability is growing, “action is lagging” – potentially leaving millions of workers without the protections they need.

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Rite-Hite expands vehicle restraint portfolio

RITE-HITE HAS expanded its range of vehicle restraint systems with the launch of a new Manual Ergonomic Wheel-Lok, providing a robust, intuitive and cost-effective solution for safe loading and unloading operations.

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Free lithium-ion battery safety site survey

CHEMSTORE UK, the award-winning experts in lithium-ion battery safety storage, has announced the launch of a free, no-obligation lithium-ion battery safety site survey for eligible businesses across the UK.

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Monitoring is key

IMPROVEMENTS TO worker health and safety won’t happen without regular risk monitoring and management, says Reactec.

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Construction workers ‘dicing with death’ taking safety shortcuts

A JOINT investigation by The Ladder Association and T&R Test Research Centre has uncovered alarming safety failings among telescopic ladders sold in the UK -particularly those purchased from online marketplaces supplied by unknown or third-party vendors.

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Placing the spotlight on heroes of workplace protection

ANSELL, PIONEERS in shaping global safety solutions with a breadth of expertise in hand and body protection, continues its mission in leading the world to a safer future, at the biennial A+A Congress at the Messe Düsseldorf, Germany, from 4-7 November 2025.