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When selecting and implementing the use of RPE, the employer must consult employees either directly or through elected reps or via a safety representative appointed by a recognised trade union.
🔵 RPE should only be used where other measures cannot adequately control exposure
MILWAUKEE® respirators provide industry-leading protection against harmful airborne substances to keep you safe at work.
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ALT Worker using fully certified MILWAUKEE® respiratory protection while operating a MILWAUKEE® MX FUEL™ cut-off saw on a construction site.
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Our vision is one where suppliers work with employers, duty holders and safety professionals to enhance the standard of protection for the UK workforce.
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Help forge a direct link between suppliers and buyers under the same collaborative federation.
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🔵 If your work is likely to involve asbestos, you and your employer must take action to make sure that you and others are not exposed to it
There are serious risks to your health if asbestos is disturbed or damaged and harmful fibres are released into the air.
Across Europe, 37% of workers report overall fatigue, while 29% experience stress or anxiety linked to work 😓
Time pressure, difficult interactions and poor communication are among the psychosocial risks many workplaces face 🕑
EU-OSHA's Healthy Workplaces Campaign 2026–2028 is helping put prevention at the centre by raising awareness and promoting effective approaches to psychosocial risk management at work 💚
Discover the campaign and get involved 🤝
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Employers: Always ensure that the correct respirators are provided to employees and that workers know how to use them, as many workers:
🔵 are not provided with correctly selected RPE
🔵 are not provided with correctly maintained RPE
🔵 do not wear their respirator properly
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When incompatible chemicals mix they can ignite or explode, release toxic, flammable or corrosive gases, or corrode chemical containers causing them to leak.
🔵 As an employer you must ensure that your workers are aware that some chemicals are not compatible with each other
Regular cleaning or replacement of the sweatband of a safety helmet helps maintain comfort and hygiene, particularly in warm working environments or during prolonged periods of wear.
A clean sweatband provides a fresher wearing experience and helps support day-to-day user comfort.
Visit this useful post by JSP to see how dirty sweatbands can get and how to quickly replace them.
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Fall protection equipment plays a crucial role in safeguarding workers from the risks associated with working at height.
BS 8681 sets out clear guidelines for the industry.
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Check out our overview of BS 8681.
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A fire may be made worse if an oxidising agent is involved.
🔵 Substances can break down liberating oxygen which can cause an increase in the rate of burning
Always store oxidising agents away from reducing agents and from flammable and combustible materials.
A healthier workplace starts with prevention!
From reducing excessive workloads to improving communication and involving workers in decisions, small changes can make a big difference.
Find out more about the importance of preventing and managing psychosocial risks.
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Are you looking for RPE fit testing training?
Approved training 🔗 ow.ly/ge9f50QeLKB
🔵 All training has been thoroughly checked to make sure it aligns with the methods of Fit2Fit and complies with best practice for respiratory protective equipment fit testing
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Users of RPE require training.
For disposable filtering facepieces, training is focused on the use of the RPE.
For other types of RPE, training content should include regular testing, maintenance and cleaning.
🔵 For breathing apparatus, seek expert training from your supplier
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Understanding the different types of RPE available, the level of protection offered, and the limitations of the equipment are important when selecting RPE.
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🔵 RPE needs to be selected correctly and used properly by the wearer
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What can you do to make mental health a priority in your workplace?
Whether you are an employer, worker, health and safety representative, or HR professional there is a role for everyone in creating safer and healthier working environments.
Explore a wealth of resources and tools to better understand psychosocial risks and discover how you can contribute to preventing them.
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Put prevention into practice!
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Young people at work may be eager to impress or please people they work with, so you must supervise them effectively and make sure that they understand any training and instruction.
They may also be unaware of how to raise concerns, so include this is as part of their training.
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The Fit2Fit RPE Fit Test Providers Accreditation Scheme is designed to confirm the competency of those performing RPE fit testing.
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🔵 It is a legal requirement that workers using tight-fitting RPE are fit tested by a competent person
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RPE is for use only when other controls e.g. elimination, substitution, engineering controls, or safe systems of work cannot adequately reduce exposure
Under H&S law it should be used only after you have taken all other reasonably practicable steps to prevent or control exposure
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When sourced responsibly, PPE contributes to a safer and more productive workforce.
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PPE isn’t just about compliance - it’s about keeping people well, engaged and performing at their best.
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Careful selection, maintenance and regular operator training is needed for equipment for use in emergencies, e.g. compressed-air escape breathing apparatus, respirators and safety ropes or harnesses.
🔵 As an employer, do you make sure this is done effectively in your business?