Seminar Programme

Jim will explore the M1 SCBA by MSA Safety - our latest in ergonomic, modular safety gear designed with your health and safety in mind. Don't miss the chance to see safety expert Jim Cliff demonstrate how the M1 can protect you. Learn more about the future of safety equipment with us.

PPE is life-saving equipment, not a commodity, so why is it treated as such by some organisations? How can health and safety professionals champion inclusive PPE that is personal to the anatomy of the wearer and protective against the risks of the task at hand? Helen will explore the challenge and shares views from those affected most by the 'one size fits all' approach.

Tom will walk us through tried and tested process of how to improve knife safety and go through some of their recent successes and case studies in companies in sectors ranging from food and beverage to distribution and manufacturing. He will also take the time to answer any questions you may have about your workplace knife usage

There have been many advancements in gas detection over the past years, which this presentation will cover, as well as some interesting facts, figures and points to consider. As well as how this can compliment a continuous, and even real-time, monitoring system.

The focus of this session will be on Hand Anatomy, the importance of protecting hands both at work and play and the cost to industry if we forget some simple does and don'ts.

Unconscious Wellbeing for Hands is to identify how the brain values the importance of the hand and why.

Chloe will highlight the importance of basic forklift operator training as a necessary foundation but emphasise that this alone is not enough to ensure safety and compliance. She will explain how a holistic, all-encompassing approach is needed to make sure your business meets all requirements in the long-term, outlining other key elements to implement along the way.

Roy will talk about how you can take some simple steps to ensure that the PPE you select is fit for purpose and how the new BSIF pilot scheme for duty holders, employers and safety professionals can help keep you up to date on changes in the safety world

We’re facing an uncertain future as advances in technology, the climate crisis and societal changes are driving adaptations to how we work. What impact will this have on occupational safety and health? We will explore how, by working together, we can seek to ensure people are protected at work.

You’ve done your COSHH risk assessment and identified the hazardous substances in your workplace, what next? A step-by-step look at how to identify most appropriate RPE, with practical guidance on oxygen deficient atmospheres, forms of substance, deciding on a protection factor, and matching filters. Suitable for anyone that has the responsibility for the use of RPE at work, this presentation will help you to specify the most appropriate, cost-efficient respiratory to protect your workers.

Are you ready to explore the future of workplace health and safety? Imagine a world where hazards are identified before they become issues, and employees are healthier and happier. This is becoming a reality thanks to AI and wearable technology.

Looking at the correct garment selection for the FR/ARC risks at work. Looking after those garments to ensure ongoing compliance.

In the session Alan will provide an update around the regulatory landscape, the regulators and the market surveillance authorities and structures. The presentation will also cover activities of the recently formed Occupational Safety and Health Stakeholder Alliance and BSIF’s efforts to provide support for “duty holders and employers in the UK.

Employers have a legal duty to protect workers from stress at work by doing a risk assessment and acting on it. In this workshop session, Phoebe will guide you through the essential steps of a work-related stress risk assessment and the processes that you can use to help identify, communicate and manage the stress risk factors in your organisation. The session will outline employers’ legal duties in relation to stress and signpost to several solutions from HSE to support organisations in tackling this important issue.

Offshore operations, particularly in the oil and gas industry, involve significant risks due to their complex and hazardous environments. Consequently, robust emergency response plans (ERPs) are vital to safeguard human life, the environment, and assets. Moving from theoretical plans to practical, effective implementation is a challenging process that requires meticulous planning, training, and continuous improvement.

This session will give you an insight into Offshore ERPs, implementation, training and drills.

Julian will explore how to create an open and engaged workplace where everyone feels empowered to contribute. Julian will guide you through the principles of psychological safety and provide actionable strategies for cultivating it within your organization.

Learn about these barriers and explore potential strategies for overcoming them. This informative talk draws on IOM’s recent scientific work as well as decades of consultancy experience, aiming to assist you in creating a safer and more compliant workplace.