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Confined Space Hazards Part 2: Atmospheric

In many confined spaces, the most dangerous element isn’t what you can see: it’s what you can’t. Atmospheric hazards, such as oxygen deficiency, toxic gases, and flammable vapours, account for a majority of confined space fatalities worldwide.

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Confined Space Hazards Part 1: Configuration

Configuration hazards are hidden in the physical design, layout, and access points of a confined space. The very geometry of a tank, manhole, or cargo hold determines how easily a worker enters, exits, or moves within it.

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Staying Safe at Height: Understanding Horizontal Lifeline Systems

A horizontal lifeline (HLL) is a type of fall protection system that allows workers to move safely along an elevated surface while remaining continuously connected to an anchored cable or track.

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An Introduction to EN388

Keeping your hands safe is important, especially wat worksites where physical impact is a threat. Safety gloves are your first line of defense against abrasions, cuts, tears, and punctures. But with so many gloves on the market, it can be difficult to understand which glove suits your needs. That’s where the EN388 standard comes in.

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UR Family Day 2025: Malacca Edition

For 2025, our UR family packed our bags and headed to Malacca, a city rich in heritage, food, and culture. On 15th August, UR closed early and participating staff, along with their families, boarded a bus to Malacca.

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Cortec® VpCI®-111: Guarding from Corrosion, 24 hours a day

This compact device releases Vapour phase Corrosion Inhibitors (VpCIs) that migrate throughout the enclosure, forming an invisible molecular layer on metal surfaces. The result: long-lasting protection against rust, oxidation, and degradation, without interfering with any electrical or mechanical components.

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Smarter Wire Rope Maintenance: Viper MK 3 x RS Clare Clareguard GRL

Introducing two powerhouse products in wire rope maintenance: the Viper MK 3 Wire Rope Lubricator and the RS Clare’s Clareguard GRL Viper: a perfect pairing for critical operations subject to corrosion and salt air.