Most employers want alcohol ban at work

Article Abstract:

A survey of UK companies carried out by charity Alcohol Concern shows that most employers would like to see alcoholic drinks banned at work. The study of 313 companies finds that almost three quarters of those responding have experienced alcohol-related problems on their premises, although only half have an alcohol policy. Those firms banning alcohol in the workplace include many from the construction, manufacturing and transport sectors. Working days lost through alcohol amount to as many as 14 million each year in the UK, costing industry around 800 million pounds sterling.

Employee alcoholism, Surveys

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Alcohol breath tester

Article Abstract:

Grendonstar has developed the Alco-check alcohol breath test aimed for use in the workplace. The product is made by Draeger and includes instructions, a tube and a bag. The reagent crystals become green when blood alcohol concentrations exceed 0.3 promille. The product is supported by the Campaign Against Drink Driving. Research has revealed that incidents and absenteeism relating to alcohol costs British industry 1.7 billion pounds sterling annually.

Product introduction, Breathalyzers, Grendonstar

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Outer limits: dermatitis is one of the most common occupational diseases even though it can so easily be prevented

Article Abstract:

Castes of contact dermatitis are increasing in all occupations, costing industry a substantial amount. The majority of cases are due to direct irritant damage to the skin and could be preventable with a well designed prevention programme based on medical, managerial and employee areas. This would involve making employees aware of the hazardous nature of some substances.

Prevention, Contact dermatitis

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