🦺 Mike McCartney

BS 30417: Shaping the Next Generation of PPE As a safety professional, one challenge is ensuring PPE truly protects everyone. For too long, PPE was designed around the average white male body type, leaving many workers at risk. The British Standards Institute (BSI) is taking steps to address this with its upcoming BS 30417-Provision of Inclusive PPE Guide. Here are the gaps the inclusivity in PPE aims to cover: 1️⃣ Gender: Women often get PPE that is oversized or ill-fitting: gloves too big, loose harnesses, boots too wide, baggy coveralls. 2️⃣ Body Shape & Size: PPE must accommodate all sizes: petite, plus-size, tall, short, and maternity needs. 3️⃣ Ethnicity & Race: Consider facial structure, hair type, and skin tone: o Respirators that seal properly. o Helmets for braids or afros. o Visors and gear that work in varied lighting conditions. 4️⃣ Age: Older workers may need: o More cushioning in boots and gloves. o Lighter materials to reduce strain. o Easier fastenings (Velcro, zips) for mobility limitations. 5️⃣ Disability & Accessibility: Adaptive PPE for workers with prosthetics, limited dexterity, or sensory impairments. Ensures everyone can wear PPE comfortably and safely. 6️⃣ Faith & Modesty: PPE that respects religious requirements: o Flame-resistant hijabs, turbans, or under-helm coverings. o Modest coveralls or long sleeves. o Safety footwear that accommodates cultural preferences. 7️⃣ Environmental Conditions: PPE must suit the working environment: Breathable, lightweight options for hot climates. Insulated layers for cold or wet conditions. 🔑 In short: Inclusive PPE ensures that all workers regardless of gender, body shape, ethnicity, age, disability, faith, or environment are equally protected. The upcoming BS 30417 standard will guide organisations on: ✔️ Proper selection, fitting, and adjustments. ✔️ Purchasing, maintenance, inspection, and replacement. ✔️ Documentation and feedback systems. ✔️ Raising awareness and adoption of inclusive PPE. What are your thoughts on this? Tell me how your PPE affect your safety and performance? #InclusivePPE #SafetyCulture #BS30417 #WorkplaceSafety #DiversityAndInclusion

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🚧🛑 Safe Crane lifting procedure 🛑 🚧 Virtual inductions are crucial for effectively educating workers. HSE professionals conduct meetings and Task Risk Assessments, but accompanying personnel may lack awareness of practical SOP implementation (e.g., PPE use, form filling, tool checks, reporting unsafe acts/conditions). Showing practical examples via videos or demonstrations by HSE professionals before formal meetings can enhance understanding.

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A chemical tanker in Last week in Shijiazhuang, China vented a plume of orange gas after a valve failed under pressure. Early reports said nitric acid, but officials confirmed it was ferric chloride (Class 8 – Corrosive). Apparently no one was hurt, which is hard to swallow after watching the video — but it’s a reminder that: • Blocked valves = pressure problems • Placards matter for quick ID • Simple inspections can prevent big incidents Even routine chemical loads carry risk if equipment isn’t working as designed. Safety comes down to the basics. #FleetSafety #Hazmat #OHS #TransportationSafety

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Know the diff between Leading vs Lagging Indicators in Safety* *Leading Indicators = Proactive* ✔ Safety training completed ✔ Near misses reported ✔ Safety audits done ✔ Hazard observations They help *prevent* incidents before they happen. *Lagging Indicators = Reactive* ✘ Injury rates ✘ Lost time incidents ✘ Property damage ✘ Fatalities They show what *has already* gone wrong. *Why it matters:* Track both to improve safety performance.

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