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ethylene oxide in the workplace
10/03/2025

Ethylene Oxide in the Workplace

Posted by Amity Admin
Introduction Ethylene oxide (EtO) is a versatile chemical that is widely used for sterilising medical equipment, manufacturing antifreeze, and producing other chemicals. However, prolonged exposure to this colourless, flammable gas in the workplace has raised significant health concerns, particularly its potential to cause cancer. In this blog, we will therefore explore whether ethylene oxide can...
The Piper Alpha Disaster
18/11/2024

The Piper Alpha Disaster

Posted by Emma Curthoys

The Piper Alpha Disaster: A Turning Point in Offshore Safety On July 6, 1988, the Piper Alpha oil platform in the North Sea exploded, killing 167 people. This tragedy reshaped offshore safety standards and risk management approaches. The Disaster Unfolds Piper Alpha, operated by Occidental Petroleum, was a major North Sea oil platform. The disaster…

Navigating the health and safety at work act 1974 feature image: A worker in a bright yellow safety jacket and hard hat, using a tablet in an industrial setting. Quiet machinery is visible in the background.
18/06/2024

Navigating the Health and Safety at Work Act (HSWA) 1974

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Navigating the Health and Safety at Work Act (HSWA) 1974: A Comprehensive Guide The Health and Safety at Work Act (HSWA) 1974 serves as the bedrock of workplace safety legislation in the United Kingdom. This Act was introduced to promote safer working environments and protect employees from work-related risks. In this blog post, we'll explore...
Atex Zones
21/10/2022

ATEX Zone Definitions

Posted by Rhys Redrup
This article will outline the different ATEX Zone Definitions and the categorised explosive atmospheres they relate to. What is ATEX? ATEX is part of the European Equipment Directive (ATEX 2014-34 EU), a French language acronym that closely translates into English as “Devices intended for use in explosive atmospheres”. The ATEX 2014-34 EU directive is a...