Safety & Tools

Makita has a released the DJS800 LXT Brushless Cement Shear, a powerful, durable and lightweight tool designed to make cement board cutting quick and dust-free.

Scaffolder Josh Kerwin wins award after overcoming personal challenges and helping others in their studies

Now available in the UK with a modern design, clear-focus vials for levelling work in tight spaces

Despite having been introduced to the UK over two years ago, there are still many misconceptions around the EN131 standards and what this means to those working at height. As such, WernerCo is addressing some of these to ensure tradespeople are equipped with the right information when choosing a ladder.

Katharina Busch, content writer at Arinite, provides her top five tips

Kee Safety has developed its latest fall protection system for industrial and commercial applications which is quick and easy to install.

Redesigned KeeLine Horizontal Lifeline system allows easier installation on bitumen membrane roofs

Avonside Group has secured the NFRC Health and Safety Gold Award 2020 in the UK Roofing Awards.

The Hultafors Group which owns Snickers Workwear, Solid Gear Safety Footwear and Hultafors Tools has acquired Hellberg Safety.

According to figures from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), over the last five years there has been an average of 36 construction-related fatalities to workers and five to members of the public. Almost 50% of deaths over the same five year period were due to falls from height.