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College of Podiatry. Krishna is a specialist podiatrist with a BSc (Hons) in Podiatry. Her feature discusses some of the common problems associated with prolonged standing while giving guidance about the importance of monitoring and maintaining foot health.
NEW COBA EUROPE
#STANDUPFORHEALTH EBOOK COBA Europe Ltd has just published a new updated version of its eBook - #StandUpForHealth, which is available as a free download from its website.
Compiled by COBA’s team of safety matting experts, the revised 2019 version includes the very latest research and information about work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) presented in a visual, reader-friendly format. It also includes the results of COBA’s most recent Standing at Work Survey and the effects standing-related ailments have had on absenteeism and productivity across a variety of workplace sectors.
Also new in #StandUpForHealth 2019, is an informative Expert Opinion from Krishna Gohill on behalf of The
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HARDCAP AEROLITE The HardCap AeroLite from JSP is said to be the lightest, best performing, full shell Bump Cap on the market weighing less than 135g without compromising on performance. It is designed to be worn in work environments where there is a risk of impact to the front, top and also scrapes to the side of the head from stationary objects.
The sleek textile cover has large open-weaved panels to facilitate the transfer of cool air to the head, reducing heat build-up and discomfort making it one of the coolest caps on the market. Underneath the textile cover is a tough HDPE shell and a lightweight EPP impact liner offering class leading impact performance.
The Polygiene treated sweatband and foam-cushion comfort pads guard against the growth of bacteria, fungus and mildew reducing skin irritations and odours and therefore requiring less washing. The Polygiene treatment is permanent and effective for the lifetime of the product.
Tested to BS EN 812, the HardCap AeroLite consistently exceeded its requirements, recording an average transmitted force of just 5kN – well below
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While providing practical advice for those whose occupations require regular prolonged standing, #StandUpForHealth also highlights the health risks associated with sedentary professions and lifestyles. Obesity, heart disease, backache, diabetes, dementia, cancer, depression and muscle degeneration have all been linked with sedentary behaviour. Workers across all professions are being encouraged to stand and move around more, changing posture regularly and generally sitting less during the working day.
Linked to this advice, the eBook reminds us that regular prolonged standing carries its own health risks, and makes recommendations on how to reduce the onset of debilitating conditions such as MSDs, foot and calf ailments and varicose veins.
The facts, advice and statistics make interesting reading for any employer or individual who has a responsibility for health and safety or human resources.
COBA Europe is one of the UK’s most established manufacturers and suppliers of workplace safety matting with a 40-year heritage in the business of ‘safe standing’. Through scientific research and extensive product development, it now offers a vast range of anti-fatigue mats for many different sectors.
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the maximum 15kN allowed by the standard. It was also successfully tested at temperature extremes of -40°C and +50°C, making it what is thought to be the best-performing full-shell bump cap on the market. Adjustable to fit head sizes from 53cm to 63cm and available in black or blue, with either a 50mm or 25mm peak.
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