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ISO/PAS 28000:2005 tackles supply chain security

The newly published ISO/PAS 28000:2005 standard for security management systems will help combat threats to the safe and smooth flow of international trade.

News from ISO, Nov 18, 2005

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ISO starts work on nanotechnology standards

The new ISO technical committee established to develop international standards for nanotechnologies has held its first meeting.

News from ISO, Nov 17, 2005

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HSE announces free RSI database

A new database on repetitive strain injury (RSI) will be of benefit to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and to legal and health professionals, trade unions, insurers and designers.

News from Health and Safety Executive, Nov 16, 2005

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New ISO guide to food safety management systems

ISO has followed up its recent publication of ISO 22000, the international standard for food safety management systems, with implementation guidance.

News from ISO, Nov 16, 2005

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HSE issues warning over warehousing and storage

A serious injury to a young warehouse employee has prompted the HSE to emphasise a number of important safety issues to employers in the warehousing and commercial storage sectors.

News from Health and Safety Executive, Nov 15, 2005

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ISO/IEC 27001 to protect business-critical data

Things have just become tougher for hackers, as a new tool is now on the market to help companies protect information that is vital for doing business.

News from IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission), Nov 11, 2005

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George Brumwell CBE

Speaking in London on 8 November 2005, Bill Callaghan, Chair of the HSC, passed on to colleagues the sad news of George Brumwell's death.

News from Health and Safety Executive, Nov 10, 2005

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HSC publishes top-level statistics for 2004/2005

The Health and Safety Commission (HSC) has published the latest statistics on workplace injury and work-related ill-health in Great Britain.

News from Health and Safety Executive, Nov 9, 2005

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HSC report shows progress but scope to improve

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published statistics on work related injuries and ill health for 2004/2005 that show progress, though fatal and major injuries remain a concern.

News from Health and Safety Executive, Nov 9, 2005

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New BSI explosive atmosphere standard and handbook

BSI Business Information is promoting publications relating to explosive and flammable atmospheres.

News from BSI Business Information, Nov 8, 2005

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New standards for pressure vessel materials

BSI Business Information is promoting two standards relating to materials for pressure vessels.

News from BSI Business Information, Nov 8, 2005

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HSE to prosecute Network Rail and Amey Rail

The Health and Safety Executive will prosecute Network Rail Infrastructure and Amey Rail in connection with the partial derailment of a high-speed train near Southall, West London, in November 2002.

News from Health and Safety Executive, Nov 7, 2005

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HSE consults on changes to asbestos regulations

The Health and Safety Commission (HSC) has published a consultative document seeking comments on proposed amendments to its asbestos regulations and an Approved Code of Practice (ACoP).

News from Health and Safety Executive, Nov 4, 2005

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HSE publishes monthly SPAD report for September 05

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published its final monthly Signals Passed at Danger (SPAD) report before moving to a quarterly reporting system.

News from Health and Safety Executive, Nov 3, 2005

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EU exempts Deca-BDE from RoHS Directive

In a Decision published on 15 October 2005, the EU has exempted Deca-BDE, a highly effective flame retardant, from the Directive on the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS).

News from EBFRIP, Oct 28, 2005

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HSE updates guidance for food manufacturers

The Health and Safety Executive has published a new edition of its guidance for food manufacturing industries, 'A recipe for safety: Occupational health and safety in food and drink manufacture'.

News from Health and Safety Executive, Oct 26, 2005

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HSE publishes free guides to ladder safety

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is publishing new free guides to help raise awareness of the risks associated with ladder use and to give advice on how to use ladders safely.

News from Health and Safety Executive, Oct 26, 2005

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It is time to Stop That Noise! throughout Europe

'Stop that Noise!' week across Europe turns spotlight on 60million EU workers exposed to noise.

News from European Agency for Safety and Health at Work, Oct 24, 2005

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HSE publishes Offences and Penalties Report 2004/5

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) published its sixth annual Offences and Penalties Report 2004/5 on 20 October 2005.

News from Health and Safety Executive, Oct 21, 2005

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Transco fined £1million for fatal gas explosion

Transco was today fined £1,000,000 and ordered to pay prosecution costs of £134,000 at Manchester Crown Court on 20 October 2005, after pleading guilty to breaching health and safety law.

News from Health and Safety Executive, Oct 21, 2005

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Tackling ill-health improves competitiveness

Lord Hunt of Kings Heath has told key members from European businesses, trade unions and the European Commission about the challenge that Europe is facing in tackling occupational ill-health.

News from Health and Safety Executive, Oct 19, 2005

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HSE statement on potters bar train derailment

The Health and Safety Executive has said that a decision on whether to prosecute for health and safety offences in relation to the Potters Bar train derailment will be taken after a Coroner's Inquest.

News from Health and Safety Executive, Oct 18, 2005

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HSE announces Ladders Week and free guides

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has announced a national initiative to promote the safe use of ladders: Ladders Week will run from 14 to 18 November 2005.

News from Health and Safety Executive, Oct 17, 2005

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Channel Tunnel Safety Authority Annual Report 2005

The Channel Tunnel Safety Authority (CTSA) has published its Annual Report for the period from 1 April 2004 to 31 March 2005.

News from Health and Safety Executive, Oct 17, 2005

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BS EN ISO/IEC 17050 covers conformity assessment

To assist those carrying out self assessments, BSI Business Information has published a new standard, BS EN ISO/IEC 17050:2004, 'Conformity assessment, Supplier's declaration of conformity'

News from BSI Business Information, Oct 17, 2005

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