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3 Tips for Hazardous storage: Construction Industry

3 tips for hazardous storage in the construction industry

Safety when dealing with hazardous storage applies to all industries, not excluding construction. Construction is home to a long list of dangerous chemicals, therefore making sure this is managed is of high importance. Common uses in the construction can vary from household chemicals to explosives, some may include: Therefore, site safety is vital to keep everyone safe by achieving successful chemical management. Unfortunately, as many staff are working with these chemicals day in day out, this gives a false sense of security! Safety in the workplace needs to be taken seriously and construction is no different. So, we have put… Read more

27th June 2023 0

Importance of Safety Barriers In The Workplace

safety barriers in the workplace - the importance of warehouse barriers

Safety Barriers In The Workplace and Their Importance Safety Barriers play a crucial role in protecting the work environment. Barriers safeguard personnel, machinery and infrastructure. We use them for many different purposes such as: Where Are Barrier Systems Typically Used? Barrier systems are generally used in any industrial environment, commercial space, airports, roadways and shopping centres. They are essential as they highlight hazards in an area. As well as highlight any risks to employees and the public. Why Is It The Employers Responsibility to Install Barriers? As an employer, it is your responsibility to protect the health and safety of… Read more

31st January 2023 0

A Guide To COSHH and Why Is It Important?

A Guide To COSHH and Why Is It Important? COSHH stands for Control of Substances Hazardous to Health. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002. It is the law that requires employers to control substances that are hazardous to health. If hazardous substances aren’t controlled then this can lead to accidents and injuries. For example, if you are using chemicals at work this can put people’s health at risk. Such as skin contact, inhalation and eye contact. COSHH requires employers to control exposure to hazardous substances to prevent ill health. For example, a way of doing this would be… Read more

22nd August 2022 0

Which safety cabinets should I be using?

Which Safety Cabinet should I be using?

We have a range of safety cabinets at Direct2U. This is to make sure we are able to cater to all environments safe. We have a option of cabinets to hold all harmful substances. Making them suitable to keep all working areas and staff safe. Explore our ranges from hazardous storage cabinets to CoSHH cabinets. As well as flammable storage cabinets and acid & alkali storage. Plus many more options. Why use safety cabinets? Safety cabinets are essential for all businesses. As they also ensure the safety of employers and employees. In environments where hazardous substances are important to have… Read more

15th October 2021 0