Occupational HygieneNov 3, 20206 minNoise In Warehouse EnvironmentsOn the face of it, often warehousing environments seem like relatively quiet places to work. We've seen countless workplace noise...
Occupational HygieneOct 9, 20204 minRespirable Crystalline Silica and Silica Related DiseasesOften found in Quartz, Respirable Crystalline Silica is among one of the most toxic non-fibrous mineral dusts known to us. Inhalation of...
Occupational HygieneAug 26, 20202 minOtotoxicity of Aromatic Hydrocarbons - Creating an Awareness Around Sensorineural Hearing Losshere is a proven relationship between exposure to solvents and hearing loss. Exposures to organic compounds such as Styrene, Toluene and...
Occupational HygieneJun 24, 20203 minAsthmagens in the Food Processing Industry and BakeriesResearch suggests that workplace exposures account for one in ten cases of new or current asthma cases in adults. Workers exposed to a...
Occupational HygieneJun 24, 20204 minExplaining PneumoconiosisPneumoconiosis is the term which refers to a number of chronic occupational lung diseases. This condition occurs by the inhalation of...
Occupational HygieneJun 23, 20204 minHand-Arm Vibration Syndrome - Analysing the Subsequent Effects From ExposureOperating equipment which emits vibration can lead to conditions relating to hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS). HAVS is a collective...
Occupational HygieneMay 17, 20203 minFundamentals of Biological MonitoringPersonal exposure to hazardous substances can be measured using two methods. Workplace air monitoring, and biological monitoring....
Occupational HygieneMay 15, 20203 minSoldering: Occupational Exposure to Process FumesExposure to solder fumes can cause occupational asthma. The likelihood of becoming sensitised to solder flux fumes can be high if...
Occupational HygieneMay 15, 20204 minMetalworking Fluids - Asthma and DermatitisPrecision engineering often involves intricate and precise metalworking processes which are carried out using specialist lathes, milling...
Occupational HygieneMay 14, 20204 minMachine Made Mineral Fibres (MMMF) & Refractory Ceramic Fibres (RCF): Assessment & MeasurementAsbestos fibres are capable of causing serious conditions such as fibrosis of the lungs and lung / pleura cancer. Over time, further...
Occupational HygieneMay 12, 20205 minControlling Dermatitis in The WorkplaceDermatitis is a common skin condition that is caused by direct contact with a substance that will either irritate the area of contact or...
Occupational HygieneMay 1, 20204 minIsocyanates in 2-Pack Paints and Specialist CoatingsIn the automotive repair and refinishing industries, its no surprise that over the years there have been thousands of cases of...
Occupational HygieneMay 1, 20206 minFundamentals of Welding Fume COSHH Risk AssessmentUnderstanding what comprehends suitable and sufficient COSHH Risk Assessment and how Occupational Hygienists evaluate the foreseeable...
Occupational HygieneApr 29, 20203 minAn introduction to Isocyanates - Providing an OverviewOccupational exposure to isocyanates can cause serious occupational diseases which lead to long-lasting, life-changing health problems. ...
Occupational HygieneApr 28, 20203 minCOSHH - How Measuring Exposures Can Support a Statutory Inspection and Test of LEVAs a company who specialises in managing COSHH for our customers, Workplace Scientifics are continuously releasing insightful and useful...
Occupational HygieneApr 28, 20207 minExplaining the Common Health Effects of Welding Fume. In the UK, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is currently focusing on businesses that undertake welding within their workplaces....
Occupational HygieneApr 27, 20203 minBasics of Welding ExplainedManufacturing is a key part of the UK's economy and contributed 11% of GVA back in 2019. The industry employs over 2.7 million people in...
Occupational HygieneApr 10, 20206 minBoosts to Manufacturing in Key Industries Can Lead to Shortfalls in COSHH Compliance.Now more than ever, your workforce needs you to step up and keep investing in their health, safety and wellbeing. Let's find out how.
Occupational HygieneMar 28, 20204 minThings to Consider When Bringing on a New EmployeeAre you employing more staff to help cope with demand during these trying times? Here's some things you may want to consider. The...
Occupational HygieneMar 20, 20207 minCoronavirus (COVID-19) - Considerations When Selecting Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE)Introduction Sales of respirators and surgical masks have increased in the UK over previous days. The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has...