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14 Dec 2023
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Johnstone v Fawcett’s Garage (Newbury) Ltd 2023
An interesting case involving comparatively low asbestos exposure and the development of mesothelioma. A copy of the judgment can be found here. To discuss the judgment with one of our...
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14 Nov 2023
Resources
Updated advice for metalworking fluid (MWF)
The HSE continue to inspect premises that use Metalworking Fluids (MWF). Exposure to MWF can cause occupational asthma, hypersensitivity pneumonitis, skin irritation and dermatitis. All of these are avoidable with...
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03 Nov 2023
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Vacancy for a Marketing and Sales Manager: Consultancy services
We are looking to hire a Marketing and Sales Manager to work in our consultancy team. For more details and how to apply, please contact Laura Naughton.
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23 Oct 2023
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Identifying ACMs training session on Teams
Dave Maddison has recently delivered training on Identifying ACMs to many of our clients. Dave will be hosting an online session on Tuesday 14 November for those who were unable...
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25 Sep 2023
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HSE to begin another round of metalworking fluid inspections from October 2023
The HSE will begin another round of metalworking fluid (MWF) inspections from October 2023 until March 2024. This follows on from their most recent MWF inspections from May to September...
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01 Aug 2023
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Fantastic feedback for our MHFA trainer Elizabeth Browne
Recent feedback for our trainer, Elizabeth Browne, on one of her Mental Health First Aid England courses: “Elizabeth was brilliant, approachable and delivered some very emotive subjects very well, with...
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06 Jul 2023
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Asbestos awareness for solicitors: Morning seminar 19 July 2023
It's only 13 days until our asbestos awareness for solicitors seminar here at Pragma HQ. For more information, or to book a place, please contact Laura Hooper on 01302 499050...
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26 Jun 2023
Resources
Bioaerosols in the waste industry
Our one-page summary provides information regarding bioaerosols for employers and duty-holders in the waste industry. An occupational hygienist can help you to implement steps to compliance and protect your staff...
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15 Jun 2023
News
Morning seminar 19 July 2023: Asbestos awareness for solicitors
We are hosting a free seminar for legal professionals to learn about the uses of asbestos in buildings. For more information, or to book a place, please contact Laura Hooper...
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22 May 2023
News
Appeal by Nicola Steven Watt or Murray and Others against Lend Lease Construction Ltd [2023]
The Inner House refused the reclaiming motion of the Pursuers in the case of Watt and Others v Lend Lease Construction Ltd. A copy of the Opinion can be found...
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12 May 2023
Resources
Metal working fluids guide for solicitors part 2
The second part of our MWF series of presentations focuses on the diseases associated with MWF. If you are interested in learning more about MWF, please contact us.
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21 Apr 2023
Resources
Metal working fluids guide for solicitors
The number of workers using metal working fluids (MWF) is increasing. Part 1 of our MWF guide for solicitors gives an introduction to the diseases caused by exposure to MWF...
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20 Apr 2023
News
Trip to Sundström
We were very lucky to be invited to the Sundström factory in Sweden recently. The Sundström team gave us a factory tour and it was very interesting to be able...
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22 Mar 2023
Resources
Occupational Hygiene standards and limits relevant to asbestos
This resource provides an overview of the numerical values of the occupational hygiene standards and limits relevant to asbestos that have been referred to in the UK. No attempt should...
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21 Mar 2023
Resources
Identifying asbestos containing materials (ACMs): an overview of common ACMs
As seen in the recent cases of Briggs v Drylined Homes Ltd and White v Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, the Courts can often place focus on...
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14 Mar 2023
Resources
Work related factors that can double the risk of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Our resource on Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) provides an overview of the risk factors for the development of CTS and the work factors that can 'double the risk'. For further...
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27 Feb 2023
News
Commitment to the Good Practice Guide for Consultants: quality, competency and good practice
As a company we are committed to following the guidance set out by the BOHS in their ‘Good Practice Guide for Consultants’. This means that our customers can be assured...
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13 Feb 2023
Resources
Exposure dose and apportionment in asbestos claims: the basics
In some cases, it may be necessary to estimate a person's cumulative asbestos exposure (also referred to as exposure dose). Our information sheet provides a basic overview of dose assessments...
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16 Jan 2023
Resources
Guidance from the asbestos industry in the 1960s and 1970s: A summary
In the 1960s and 1970s, the asbestos industry (through the Asbestosis Research Council) published a number of Codes of Practice, Technical Notes and Control and Safety Guides aimed at users...
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20 Dec 2022
News
Mental Health First Aid England training courses
There is just over a month until our January Mental Health First Aid England training course begins. This two day course will take place at our office in Doncaster on...
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07 Dec 2022
Resources
How to choose a competent Health and Safety Consultant: Information for duty holders
Our one-page summary outlines what employers and duty holders should know when choosing a Health and Safety Consultant. The HSE state that employers have a legal responsibility to “appoint one...
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30 Nov 2022
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Mental Health First Aid England training course: December 2022
Only 10 days to go until our December online Mental Health First Aid England training course starts. This two day course will take place online on 9 and 14 December....
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23 Nov 2022
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HSE statistics and work-related mental illness
The HSE has today released their 2021/2022 health and safety statistics. With over 900,000 workers suffering from work related stress depression or anxiety, it shows us how important it is...
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22 Nov 2022
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Have you secured your place on our next Mental Health First Aid England course?
Our MHFA courses are delivered by Elizabeth Browne who has over 7 years’ experience providing MHFA training and has a wealth of experience and knowledge to make sure that delegates...
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15 Nov 2022
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Asbestos cancer cases set to drop…as silica, welding fume and other occupational cancers rise?
The results of statistical modelling as reported by the HSE suggest that the number of occupational cancers associated with asbestos exposure may drop by more than 90% by 2060. On...
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14 Nov 2022
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Mental Health First Aid England training courses
Did you know we now offer Mental Health First Aid England training? We have open courses running in December, January and March; both online and at our office in Doncaster. ...
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31 Oct 2022
News
Peter Deary’s archive
We had a special visitor at Pragma HQ last week, Peter Deary. Peter continues to be available to our experts for advice and support but having now retired from providing...
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28 Oct 2022
Resources
LEV in Foundries: HSE Research Report RR1115
Our one page summary provides information regarding LEV for employers and duty-holders at foundries, following the HSE’s Research Report RR1115. We discuss the design, use and maintenance of LEV, and outline...
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01 Sep 2022
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Silica in brickmaking and stonemasonry: complying with HSE requirements
Our one-page summary outlines what employers and duty-holders should know about Respirable Crystalline Silica (RCS) and information on how to adequately control exposure in the workplace. Workers in many industries may be...
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05 Aug 2022
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Risk Assessments (COSHH Regulation 6) issues
COSHH is the law that requires employers to control substances that are hazardous to health. Our one-page summary outlines the main requirements of COSHH Regulation 6 in relation to risk...
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19 Jul 2022
News
Benchmarking stress culture: Are you doing enough?
With 70 million work days lost each year due to mental health problems, it is more important than ever to benchmark your stress risk management practices against legal and good...
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28 Jun 2022
Resources
PASS self assessment checklist
Have you tried our PASS self assessment checklist? It only takes 10 minutes to complete and gives you reassurance that you are managing your Health and Safety effectively. Please download...
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