Engineering

Lead poisoning is possibly the oldest know occupational health hazard, Since 400 BC, its effects have been known. Lead continues to damage lives today. Main Points As a naturally occurring element and a commonly used metal, lead is everywhere. Small amounts can enter the human body with the air we breathe or a contaminated food. … Read more

Maintaining equipment and vehicles in a good condition is important to the Health and Safety of those that use them and others around. Unfortunately, the fuels and oils etc. that are used to maintain them and keep them running come with their own hazards and therefore need to be handled with care Main Points The … Read more

Confined spaces can be any space of an enclosed nature where there is a risk of death or serious injury from hazardous substances or dangerous conditions (e.g. lack of oxygen). These can contain hazards which are undetectable, the best way to guard the hazards of working in such confined spaces is to plan and design … Read more