British Occupational Hygiene Society (BOHS)

𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐤𝐬, 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦. At this upcoming conference, our CEO, Kevin Bampton will be delivering a talk titled: Joining the Dots - The Role of an Occupational Hygienist. https://lnkd.in/eE9URph9

We are looking for eligible members who want to play a key part in developing the future of the profession by supporting the crucial work to deliver our Society's strategic aims and ambitions, to shape the Society and promote the importance of worker health protection, while personally developing a range of new skills and useful industry contacts. https://lnkd.in/dGgVV_i

𝐇𝐒𝐄 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡: 𝐅𝐢𝐟𝐭𝐲 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐬𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐬 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐬’ 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐲 – 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐭, 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞. This landmark study has tracked the health of asbestos workers for five decades, providing crucial insights into exposure risks, disease patterns, and the long-term impact of asbestos. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge from Health and Safety Executive experts on the evolution of asbestos research and its impact on workplace safety. https://lnkd.in/ercazFFE

For anyone interested in securing an exhibition package at #OH2025 or exploring additional sponsorship opportunities, we would be delighted to provide more information and discuss how we can support your organisation's goals. Whether you are looking to showcase your products and services, enhance your brand visibility, or connect with industry professionals, you can get in touch with us at conferences@bohs.org for more details or to begin the booking process.

𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐁𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 - 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐓𝐨 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐎𝐜𝐜𝐮𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐲𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 You're invited to join our President-Elect, Adrian Paris at this upcoming free meeting on Monday 7th April at The QuadrusCentre in East Boldon. Adrian's talk will explore the difficulties we face in raising the profile of health, how understanding the way a business operates can help sell the benefits of preventing worker ill health and finally how you would approach the big sell, what knowledge and skills we need to get the right output. Secure your place now: https://lnkd.in/eEuag4_Y

A public hearing will be held in Parliament on Monday, 24 March, examining the legacy of Cape Holdings Ltd and other Cape companies, a leading manufacturer of asbestos products, now owned by Altrad.   The hearing follows a legal case in the Supreme Court in 2019, brought by the Asbestos Victims Support Groups’ Forum (“the Forum”), in which Cape was forced to disclose documents which proved that, from the 1960s, Cape deliberately withheld evidence on the risks to life that their asbestos projects posed.   David Ellis, Chair of the Asbestos Victims Support Groups Forum UK, said: “For far too long, victims of asbestos exposure have been ignored, and the companies responsible have evaded proper accountability, covering up the role they played in putting many thousands of people at risk. More than 400 people a month are diagnosed with these fatal cancers - companies like Cape made huge profits at the expense of their lives. Cape’s products were used in many buildings, including shops, hospitals and schools and continue to cause fatal illness to the thousands of people exposed to them."   The Victims’ Forum is demanding Cape pays £10 million towards research to find a cure for mesothelioma, in recognition of the damage and deliberate cover-ups.

Are you an expert provider or user of LEV? BOHS is once again organizing a 2 day “Healthy Air in the Workplace” conference, focusing on local exhaust ventilation for the protection of workplace health. Day one (October 7th) will be aimed at LEV users. Day two (October 8th) is for LEV specialists. We welcome proposals for presentations from individuals and organisations and suggestions for presentations. Contact: conferences@bohs.org

#OH2025 is the leading conference for professionals dedicated to improving workplace health. This event brings together experts, researchers, and industry leaders to share insights, innovations, and solutions in occupational hygiene. This a must-attend event for occupational hygiene and workplace health professionals! Click below to find out more: https://bohs.link/OH2025

Two years ago BOHS started campaigning to highlight the workplace health inequalities between women and men that sees 16% more women (almost 1 million) than men made ill through work. In November, the Health and Safety Executive finally published gender statistics. Today, in Parliament, the Society of Occupational Medicine and CIPD, together with MPs are highlighting the economic need to prioritise women’s and reproductive health and calling on the Government to: ➡️ Launch a review of women’s & reproductive health in the workplace ➡️ Develop a high-profile campaign to motivate and give confidence to employers to improve practices ➡️ Widen access to occupational health services for those in & out of work #HelpWomenThrive

Join us for #Asbestos2025, the must-attend event for professionals in asbestos management, occupational hygiene, health & safety, and environmental protection. This two-day conference will take place at the Birmingham Conferences and Events Centre on the 14th and 15th of May, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and researchers to discuss the latest developments, regulations, and best practices in asbestos risk management. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭: ✅ Expert-led keynote presentations ✅ In-depth technical sessions and panel discussions ✅ The latest research and regulatory updates ✅ Networking opportunities with industry peers Whether you're an occupational hygienist, consultant, contractor, or regulator, this conference is designed to keep you informed and ahead of the curve. https://lnkd.in/ercazFFE #BOHS #OccupationalHealth #AsbestosSafety #HealthAndSafety #FAAM