The failure to clearly label pipes and valves represents a significant risk to worker health and equipment. In following pipe and valve marking standards, you can reduce the risk of errors, unsafe handling, and costs that might arise as a result of accidents and downtime.

Here, we’ll outline the required colour coding systems, placement best practices, and recommended materials for withstanding heat, moisture, and chemicals.

Find out about the legal requirements, industrial labelling systems, and inspection methods to follow for improved health and safety. More...

Agreed on 27 February 2023, the Windsor Framework sets out new arrangements for the movement of goods between Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

Born out of Brexit, this framework aims to ensure the smoother flow of goods by removing limitations on East-West trade, preserving Northern Ireland’s standing in the Union, and enhancing the democratic fairness of the Northern Ireland Protocol.

Here, we explain the agreement's relevance to the labelling of goods, including medicines (UK only), food (not for EU), and chemicals/hazards.More...

As part of the government's efforts to cut down contamination and boost recycling rates, a series of recycling regulations have been introduced in the UK. First Wales, and now England, are faced with new workplace recycling laws, designed to ensure businesses are handling their waste correctly.

Here, we’ve rounded up the recycling legal requirements for both countries, along with the ways using recycling signs and workplace recycling bins can support your mission of staying compliant.More...

Major roadworks projects come with significant risk, especially if they involve deep excavations, large machinery, or tall scaffolding. It’s not just workers who are at risk, but pedestrians too, with past incidents highlighting why clear, well-regulated signage is essential.

Here, we’ve rounded up the key things you need to know about traffic signs and regulations, along with the most common mandatory signs for roadworks you should invest in.More...

Safety and hygiene should be a top priority for any kitchen, but especially so when it comes to commercial settings. From busy restaurants to hotel kitchens, following safety kitchen rules is necessary for both safeguarding customers, and maintaining compliance.

Kitchen safety signs are one of the most effective ways to encourage this; they can range from allergen warnings and handling instructions to preparation procedures, and even bans (‘No smoking, food preparation area’).

In this article, we discuss how to label food in a commercial kitchen through a brief overview of kitchen safety signs and their meaning. More...