Hazchem News & Blogs
PFAS-Free Workwear: Health Risks, Benefits, and What You Need to Know
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (more commonly known as PFAS or “forever chemicals”) are a hot topic in workwear safety. Traditionally used to make textiles water-,…
Avoiding spill incidents in extreme weather: How temperature changes affect hazardous materials
Winter has always tested the vigilance of any business responsible for storing or transporting hazardous materials. Recent years have shown how rapidly Britain’s weather can…
How to Store Hazardous Chemicals Safely Over the Holiday Shutdown
As the holiday season approaches and many workplaces prepare to close their doors, we’re shining the spotlight on the safe storage of hazardous chemicals. During…
How to Choose the Right PPE for Chemical Handling: A Step-by-Step Risk-Based Guide
Picking the right PPE for chemical work starts with understanding what’s really happening in your workplace. We’ll walk through how to identify hazards, assess the…
Winter PPE and Chemical Safety: Are You Ready for Cold Weather ADR Transport and Christmas Peak Risks?
Cold and wintry weather presents additional challenges for anyone transporting hazardous goods. Drivers need to be protected from the elements, vehicles must be fully prepared,…
Kitting Out Fuel & Gas Tanker Drivers Across Europe: Full Head to Toe Protection from Hazchem Safety
Ensuring safety, comfort and compliance for Europe’s tanker workforce with specialist PPE solutions Our fuel and gas tanker drivers regularly operate in challenging conditions, handling…
Hazchem Safety acquires Wise Safety
Wise Safety is now officially part of the Hazchem Safety Group, after being acquired by Hazchem Safety. This marks a significant milestone for both companies,…
Protecting workers in the petrochemical industry: A guide to PPE best practice
The petrochemical industry is one of the most challenging and high-risk sectors in which to work. Your employees face daily exposure to hazardous chemicals, fire…
Choosing Offshore PPE: How to Protect Workers in Harsh Marine Environments
Working offshore exposes workers to extreme weather, hazardous substances, and high-risk conditions. That’s why standard protective equipment simply isn’t enough. Choosing the right PPE for…
Essential PPE Standards for the Fuel Distribution Industry: What You Need to Know in 2025
The fuel distribution sector in the UK must ensure complete compliance with evolving PPE standards. This article outlines the current legal framework and the specific…
