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PAPR FAQs: Your Questions Answered

PAPR FAQs: Your Questions Answered

During the COVID pandemic, the Duraflow PAPR has become the most popular respiratory product. We've been mostly selling these to nurses and consultants in the NHS as well as dentists and other healthcare professionals who feel that the loose-fitting PAPR provides the...

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Are You Aware of Gas Dangers Upon Re-Opening Your Business?

Are You Aware of Gas Dangers Upon Re-Opening Your Business?

As the Government eases lockdown measures that were introduced to combat Covid-19, many of us are starting to plan how to return to business. Re-starting operations after a break can present highly significant gas dangers. Your risk assessment must address gas hazards...

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Make the Switch to Gas Detector Tubes

Make the Switch to Gas Detector Tubes

Has your current detector tubes provider recently let you down with a slow delivery? Maybe they're too expensive? Or maybe they don't appreciate your loyalty? Find out why you should make the switch and buy Gastec gas detector tubes from a1-cbiss. Step 1. Quickly Find...

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a1-cbiss Annual Fundraiser

a1-cbiss Annual Fundraiser

a1-cbiss have announced the fundraising challenge for 2020. Each year, a1-cbiss as a collective, take on fundraising events to raise money for local charities. Previously, we've supported the children's hospice, Claire House by organising events - The 3 Peaks, The...

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How Much are Respiratory Masks Costing the NHS?

How Much are Respiratory Masks Costing the NHS?

As shortages of respiratory protective equipment (RPE) appear to be widespread across the NHS, the UK faces a huge challenge of trying to buy enough RPE to protect our healthcare workers. The latest understanding is that the pandemic will continue for another 3 months...

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BW Solo Review

BW Solo Review

The BW Solo from Honeywell is the latest single gas detector to hit the market. The Solo is the next-generation gas detector that gives you complete confidence that it's working correctly, and your health & safety team know exactly what's happening in the field....

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Business Continuity Bulletin – COVID-19

Business Continuity Bulletin – COVID-19

Across the globe, we are currently experiencing unprecedented times. With the fast-developing COVID-19 situation upon us, I want to reassure you that we have robust business continuity measures in place that mean your service is in no way affected. We would like to...

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Work Safe: Carbon Dioxide in the Food and Drink Industry

Work Safe: Carbon Dioxide in the Food and Drink Industry

Throughout the food and drink industry, there is a general lack of awareness when it comes to carbon dioxide (CO2) and the issues it can pose. Thanks to its many uses, carbon dioxide IS the most common gas in the food and drink industry. It’s used to add carbonation...

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Which Respirator Masks Protect Against the Coronavirus?

Which Respirator Masks Protect Against the Coronavirus?

Since January, the talk of the coronavirus has been a constant in worldwide news reports. There has been much concern about the potential threat of the coronavirus to human life as it spreads across the globe. Let's look at how the virus spreads and the types of...

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EN12021 – No Change to Carbon Monoxide Limits

EN12021 – No Change to Carbon Monoxide Limits

There has been some confusion about whether the change to the Workplace Exposure Limits (WEL) has impacted the EN12021 standard. In October 2018, the EH40 guidelines lowered the Workplace Exposure Limit (WEL) for Carbon Monoxide from 50ppm to 20ppm. The assumption was...

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Are You Protecting Your Workforce from Gas Hazards?

Are You Protecting Your Workforce from Gas Hazards?

With the changes to EH40 Regulations, it may mean you are no longer fulfilling your Health and Safety obligations to protect your workforce and the facility. Our gas detection site survey can help ensure you're fully protected. Learn more... Changes to EH40 Workplace...

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a1-cbiss Celebrate 30th Anniversary

a1-cbiss Celebrate 30th Anniversary

Celebrating 30 Years We are thrilled to be celebrating our 30th year anniversary. Upon reaching a company milestone, we reflect on thirty years of engineering excellence, combatting challenges with breakthrough innovative solutions. As a collective strength, we thrive...

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How Often Should You Replace Your PAPR Spare Parts?

How Often Should You Replace Your PAPR Spare Parts?

Do you know how often you should be replacing your Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) parts? Properly maintaining your PAPR system boosts productivity and can have a number of benefits from a safety perspective. Below, we review each key consumable and the most...

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