Health and Safety Laboratory recognised by IChemE

IChemE marked the centenary year of the UK Health and Safety Laboratory last night with a presentation at Hazards XXII in recognition of its contribution to the cause of better process safety and environment protection.

IChemE president, Desmond King made the presentation to HSL chief executive, Eddie Morland in front of an audience of conference delegates in Liverpool, UK.

More than 400 people are registered for the event which features over 100 presentations including contributions from the HSL.

Keynote presenters include former US Chemical Safety Board ceo, John S Bresland, renowned safety guru Trevor Kletz and director of the Mary K. O'Connor Process Safety Centre at Texas A&M University, US, Sam Mannan.

IChemE director of policy and communication, Andrew Furlong says: “The HSL has made a significant and sustained contribution to improving process safety and this event is an ideal opportunity to recognise its long-standing commitment to the cause

Morland said: “HSL has been putting science at the forefront of safety for a century and it is a real honour to have that contribution recognised by IChemE. A lot has changed in the world of work since 1911 – and although has moved from a heavy manufacturing economy to one based increasingly on services, significant industrial hazards remain and new risks have emerged. We are looking forward to the next 100 years and finding new ways to manage these issues with our partners and clients, creating safe and sustainable workplaces for future generations.”