Newsletter July 2020

COVID-19, drum handling, custom access solutions

Author: Mark McAvoy/03 August 2020/Categories: NEWSLETTERS, 2020

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A perfect solution

Businesses are having to adapt in light of the Coronavirus epidemic, whilst still managing to provide that vital time for workers to take a well earned break from daily work duties. One international logistics giant put in place a great way of providing social distancing within their canteens. The purchase of single seating rather than the more often seen benches or canteen tables meant that employees could sit 2 metres apart but still in a social environment.

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Businesses urged to become compliant

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) urges businesses to become COVID-secure as more sectors get back to work in Great Britain. Employers are reminded of their duty to protect workers and others from harm, including taking reasonable steps to control the risk and protect people from coronavirus. This is called a COVID-19 risk assessment and it will help you to manage risk and protect people. Find out what you have to include in your COVID-19 risk assessment.

Difficult maintenance access? No problem

We have enjoyed a 50 year association with the aerospace industry in the UK, providing materials handling equipment to support the manufacture, service and repair of all types of aircraft. We were recently contacted by an aircraft parts and equipment company who were looking to improve the maintenance access to military aircraft for servicing and repair work.

A buyer’s guide to drum handling equipment

Moving drums around in small confined areas is a process that requires careful consideration. The simple and most economical way is by using a drum dolly or drum truck. These are really low cost tools, but they provide ...