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HSE – Case Study – Minor modifications: ITT – Smoke Test

This is a case study on the HSE website looks into how minor modifications to an LEV Hood can make significant improvement to a tracer smoke containment assessment. ITT used booths to control exposure to harmful gases, mists and vapours …

HSE Case Study Schools Wood dust

A tale of two new schools. The problem Wood dust is a hazardous substance arising from the use of woodworking machines. Breathing in wood dust can cause asthma. However, it is easily controlled by using local exhaust ventilation (LEV). Two …