At Hughes, our field engineers and technical experts visit industrial sites around the world — from petrochemical facilities to pharmaceutical plants. One thing is consistent: even well-run sites often overlook the same critical details when it comes to emergency safety showers and eye/face wash stations.
Construction sites are a whirlwind of activity. With the vastness of activities comes a variety of hazards to which workers are exposed, making accidents prevalent and often unprecedented. Yet, beneath the service of this bustling industry lies a less visible, but equally significant danger: chemical hazards. While hard hats and safety boots are essential for protecting against physical injury, the risks posed by hazardous chemicals often go unnoticed until it’s too late.
Ensuring that communities and businesses have access to safe, clean water each day is a top priority for the water and wastewater sector. From drinking water to crop irrigation to support the food supply, properly treated wastewater is essential to prevent disease and protect the environment.
Natural gas currently makes up about a quarter of the world’s energy provisions. In a global effort to reduce our carbon emissions, more and more countries are turning to liquefied natural gases (LNG) as an alternative to traditional fossil fuels. LNGs emit 30% less carbon dioxide than oil and up to 60% less than traditional coal plants.
The American National Standards Institute are responsible for the internationally recognised safety standard surrounding safety shower and eye/face wash equipment, and EN15154 as the European equivalent. Compliance to these standards is crucial to ensure your work site supplies the necessary equipment to aid a casualty in the event of a chemical spill and prevent any further harm from being caused.
The food and drink industry is the largest manufacturing sector in the UK. Employing over 450,000 workers across 11,000 businesses¹, its influence extends internationally, firmly establishing Britain as a dietary powerhouse. With growth expected to exceed a further 12% over the coming years, the industry value is beyond measure.
In the realm of workplace accidents and chemical spills, every second counts. The rapid response to emergency situations can often be the line between minor inconvenience and severe injury.
