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Caterpillar tackles equipment operator fatigue
Company says it is now able to provide both machine and operator information through use of industry-leading in-cab and wearable safety technology
Future Hirers formally launched
Members representing more than 1000 rental outlets learn about the programme’s aim of getting more young people working in their industry
Hewden recognised for health and safety again
Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents honours rental company for the seventh consecutive year; Hewden the only rental company in the list
JCB introduces master service tech program
The master technician program is designed to continue to build the skills of JCB service technicians.
More awards for GAP apprentices
‘Winning streak’ continues with two apprentices recognised in awards ceremony for South and London region
Improved pole tamper puts user comfort first
MBW’s new Ergo-Tamp is taller and lighter than its predecessors, but can still produce enviable reductions in hand-arm vibration and other hazards
Future Hirers become part of the present
Launch event for progamme to attract and retain the next generation of rental industry entrants will take place at JCB on 14 July
US Markets launches new website
Blog articles and more added to revamped page
Webinar promotes work at height
AFI has delivered its first webinar to promote health & safety in the working at height sector.
A-Plant apprentices enjoy special moment
Construction plant maintenance apprentices honoured by training provider for their work ethic and outstanding contribution to study
AFI information officially secure
UK-based rental company AFI has achieved ISO 27001: 2013 certification, the internationally recognised standard in global information security management
Galmon opens state-of-the-art training centre
The 6700 square metre facility, including a 300-seat auditorium, is the first of its kind in Asia and is set to lead the way for training and the promotion of health and safety at height throughout the region
Safway offering free scaffold safety training
In honor of Safety Week 2015, Safway Group is offering free online training
Skyjack and ALH partner to offer up to $10,000 to promote operator safety training
The PAL Pledge program, which will run from January to December 2015, is offering limited edition custom jackets to those operators in North America who make the pledge and successfully complete the IPAF training program
Cramo Sustainability Report published
‘Every accident or incident we can avoid counts,’ says president and CEO as company tackles increasingly significant corporate issue
AFI’s safety efforts recognised
Third party accreditation scheme backs ‘continual’ efforts to maintain highest levels of health and safety
A-Plant – the next generation
Award-winning employer looks to the future as it plans to tell 150 apprentices ‘you’re hired’
AFI acquires Astra Training
AFI has acquired certain assets of Astra Training which includes IPAF, PASMA and Ladder Association courses
Gold for AFI fleet ops
AFI has become the UK’s first dedicated powered access hire company to gain Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) Gold accreditation for its good working practices
HRIA highlights guidelines in wake of accident
Australian Hire and Rental Industry Association points to need to follow weighting guidelines when erecting marquees after serious accident
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