Insights
News and blogs to give you an insight into the environmental sector.
Whole Body Vibration at work: What you need to know
29 April 2024 · Mark Holmes
Whole body vibration (WBV) is the term for when vibrations are transmitted through the seat or feet of a worker. For example, this could be a person who drives a mobile machine, or other work vehicle, over rough and uneven surfaces as a central part of their job.
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Isocyanate Exposure in the Workplace
26 April 2024 · Mark Holmes
Here we answer any common questions around isocyanate exposure in the workplace – do you know your exposure limits, and how to monitor and control isocyanate exposure?
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Hand-arm Vibration - What you need to know
19 April 2024 · Mark Holmes
Hand-arm vibration affects thousands of UK workers each year, and causes various afflictions such as carpal tunnel syndrome. These symptoms are due to vibration exposure altering the flow of blood, which then results in nerve symptoms and blood circulation damage.
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Envirocare expands presence with new office in Newcastle
25 January 2024 · John Healey
We are thrilled to announce the opening of our newest office in Newcastle. This strategic expansion is set to reinforce Envirocare's national presence and strengthen its commitment to providing unparalleled environmental solutions to clients across the UK.
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Six decades of environmental excellence - John Dykes to enjoy well-earned retirement
12 January 2024 · Roisin Campbell
Envirocare extends heartfelt gratitude to John Dykes for his dedication and unwavering commitment to excellence.
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My Envirocare employment journey
20 April 2023 · George Daniel
George Daniel, Occupational Hygiene Training and Safety Lead discusses his employment journey at Envirocare.
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New Monitoring Requirements for Brominated Flame Retardants
29 March 2023 · Andy Dykes
Brominated Flame Retardants are added to products during manufacturing to increase their resistance to fire. We explain the new requirements for plants burning waste containing brominated flame retardants.
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Respirable crystalline silica dust - the next asbestos
8 March 2023 · Susan Lett
Respirable crystalline silica is created by a range of manufacturing processes. It is a particular problem in foundry practices, where green sand is used in metal moulds.
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Envirocare welcomes bespoke technology - the iSmith
3 February 2023 · Susan Lett
Envirocare’s Occupational Hygiene Team is improving efficiency and working practices by embracing its new project management tool – the iSmith.
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