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
You keep small quantities of chemicals along with petrol and diesel. Is there a requirement to display signs on your storeroom doors? If so, given that there is a choice of styles available, which
should you choose?
Published 21.11.2014
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
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
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
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
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
You have a couple of cans of petrol at your workplace which you keep in the cage where you store flammable gases. Is this acceptable or do you need to do more in the interests of safety?
Published 02.10.2015
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
You need to regularly refuel equipment at your premises so you keep a small amount of petrol in a store. But one of your staff tells you that you need a licence from the local authority. Are they
right?
Published 18.01.2011