Solids that are liable to cause fires through friction or absorption of moisture.

The minimum temperature in which the vapour of a substance, when mixed with oxygen, will ignite when a flame is applied.

A method of ventilation, typically in the form of a cabinet with a moveable safety-glass front window. The air is drawn away from the worker or workspace to prevent contact with harmful vapours or gases given off by hazardous substances.

General Apps Regulations

Bright lights that reflect off a display screen and impede a person’s sight, often causing excessive eyestrain and headaches.

A device that prohibits access to a hazardous part of a machine or equipment.

HAS

A situation or behaviour that has the potential to cause harm, injury, ill-health or damage to property and the environment.

An authoritative organisation that enforces health and safety legislation in the UK, including statute, approved codes of practice, regulations and guidance on work-related health issues.

A person that has been appointed by trade unions to represent their colleagues in regards to various issues of health and safety in the workplace.