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Having trouble viewing this email? View the content as a web page. Weekly Digest eBulletin Welcome to the HSE Weekly Digest eBulletin With a heatwave sweeping the UK, we've links to advice about workplace temperature, as well as practical advice for those working in the sun.  There's also all our latest news, as well as training opportunities and job vacancies. Health and safety headlines Here is a selection of the latest news from HSE... Care home sentenced after worker falls down lift shaft Company fined after workers suffer serious leg injuries Timber yard fined 750k after two workers struck by vehicle View our full list of news stories Workplace temperature guidance There's no law for maximum working temperature, or when it's too hot to work... Employers must stick to health and safety at work law, including: keeping the temperature at a comfortable level, sometimes known as thermal comfort providing clean and fresh air  Here are some useful links for employers and employees: Thermal comfort: the six basic factors Thermal comfort checklist Frequently asked questions on temperature in the workplace The heat is on – be responsible in the sun There are plenty of health risks from working in the sun that you need to be aware of...   A sunny day makes most of us feel good, but too much sunlight can be hard on the skin. Follow our advice for outdoor workers here.   Heat stress is another issue to be aware of. Our this free guidance explains its effects and gives examples of situations where it may occur. For free advice and downloadable resources around temperature in the workplace visit our website. You can also sign up to our workplace temperature eBulletin. Training and events this summer There are plenty of events, conferences, training and seminars this summer, covering a variety of issues across a wide range of sectors and topics. A selection of some of upcoming courses and associated events that HSE are running (or involved in) are below. Follow the links for details, or to book: Breathe Freely in Manufacturing Roadshow (12 July, Barrow-in-Furness)  Display Screen Equipment (DSE) Risk Management (18 July, London) Managing Ageing Assets (26 July, Buxton) HSE Inspectors' Guide to Electrical Safety (6 September, Buxton) View all upcoming training courses Latest job vacancies at HSE We've currently a number of opportunities for you to join HSE and help keep Britain's workforce safe and healthy. To view further details and apply, just click on the relevant job title: Senior Internal Change and Communications Manager (closing date 8 July) Medical Advisor (closing date 15 July) Control, Instrumentation and Cyber Security specialist (closing date 1 September) View all current vacancies You can get all the latest news and updates from HSE across a range of industries and topics. Subscribe to our eBulletins here Subscriber services: Manage Preferences | Unsubscribe | Disclaimer Email was sent to bobbysellars573.spamhere@blogger.com www.hse.gov.uk

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