We all know that good hand hygiene is the starting point for any business wanting to reduce the spread of germs. Bacteria and viruses are common in shared spaces, where surfaces and equipment are handled by lots of different individuals. But research shows that around 65% of men, and 35% of women, don’t even wash… Read more »
We can help keep you on track through this unpredictable weather
Freezing temperatures in the UK are always a big shock in the transport industry. So, it would be safe to say that you can never over-prepare for winter. The process of winterising rail transport and facilities can be a painstaking one. But the worsening weather in the UK means that accident and mechanical failures are… Read more »
How to choose the right de-icing and anti-icing fluids for your needs
The variety of deicing and anti-icing options has increased dramatically over the years and there are a number of factors that need to be considered when debating which solution is right for your job. Decision makers need to take into careful consideration things like the environmental impact of a product as well as the effect… Read more »
Green de-icing tips for aircraft owners
Welcome to our guide to green de-icing tips for aircraft owners To comply with safety standards aviation-grade de-icers have to be strong. You can’t simply go down the garage and pick out a bottle of de-icer or use gritting salt like you would have seen on the roads. However, making these products effective and compliant… Read more »
The Essential CHELA Winterisation Guide for Fleet Managers
Welcome to our essential winterisation guide for fleet managers! Winter causes a whole host of issues for fleet managers. Rain, ice, slush, snow, not to mention the de-icing salts spread on the roads, and even increased staff illness, all seem to conspire to make our jobs that little bit harder. But approached in the right… Read more »
Ready for winter? Early winterisation planning essential, say Met Office
With snow predicted as far south as Berkshire this October, it looks like we are heading for another winter to remember (or forget!). So, how advanced is your winterisation planning?
How to Remove Cured Silicone Sealant from Industrial Equipment
Silicone caulk is designed to be tough. If it wasn’t it would largely be useless. However, this leaves us with a problem. What do you do if you need to remove it? The job of getting silicone off anything is an onerous one, and doing it using chemicals that aren’t going to damage the material… Read more »
The ultimate workplace hand-care system guide
A complete guide to selecting, installing and maintaining a fool proof skin care system in the workplace. Often our workplaces can expose us to scenarios that are especially damaging for our skin. From over washing our hands, to coming into contact with harmful irritants. On top of this, in the workplace we are often in… Read more »
5 steps you must take to prevent work related skin diseases
Work related skin diseases, if left unattended, can cause all sorts of problems, negatively affect the productivity of staff and just be, well, painful. In any and all cases, the best cure is prevention. This is why installing an effective and cost efficient skincare and disease prevention programme is so vital. Skincare in the workplace… Read more »
The 5 most common workplace skin disorders
It’s next to impossible to avoid all skin problems in the workplace. This is especially true of the hands and forearms. The simple fact is we touch things. Everybody’s skin is different also, which means that what might work for some may not work with other people as their skin reacts differently to other chemicals.… Read more »