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A care home operator has been fined after a vulnerable resident died as a result of eating chlorine tablets. What led to the accident and if you work in public areas or a care setting, what
conclusions should you draw?
Published 03.07.2019
A fatal accident at a care home has provided a clear reminder about storing chemicals safely and keeping them away from potentially vulnerable individuals. What’s to know?
Published 25.03.2011
Like many businesses you have a few pots of paint, supplies of cleaning materials and some aerosol cans tucked away. To deal with these properly what practical arrangements should you put in place?
Published 14.03.2016
If you use any chemicals in your workplace you must ensure that they are stored correctly to prevent cross-contamination, pollution incidents and harm to your staff. How can you do this?
Published 26.01.2023
Opening a container of petrol may seem relatively harmless, but flammable liquids can cause serious burns if not handled with care. What happened in a recent case and what precautions are required?
Published 25.05.2018
A safety alert published by the NHS identifies that serious incidents could occur if low-risk cleaning products are ingested. How can this be avoided?
Published 22.03.2019
Using liquid nitrogen is hazardous - it’s extremely cold, can lead to asphyxiation and may even cause a vessel to explode in the wrong circumstances. What’s covered in the latest industry guide?
Published 30.09.2019
You use small petrol-driven tools and, therefore, keep a supply of petrol on your premises. You’ve heard there are regulations that control storage. Do they apply to small quantities?
Published 19.12.2005
The HSE’s Myth Busters Challenge Panel recently passed a decision which provides useful clarification for those who store flammable substances. How might you be affected?
Published 24.09.2012
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