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NFPA 70B 2023 and thermography: ΔT measurement in electrical panels

According to FLIR's assessments of NFPA 70B 2023, thermography has become a mandatory part of the electrical maintenance programme. We summarise the inspection intervals, ΔT measurement and documentation requirements.

SOLAS V/23 revised: The 2028 timeline for pilot ladders

With MSC.572(110), IMO has completely rewritten SOLAS V/23. From 1 January 2028, mandatory performance standards and new inspection rules will apply to pilot transfer arrangements.

PFOS ban in SOLAS: The 2026 rule for firefighting foams

From 1 January 2026, SOLAS II-2/10.11 prohibits the use and storage on board of fire-extinguishing media containing PFOS. MSC.1/Circ.1694 explains the threshold value and the documentation expected.

Periodic inspection of work equipment has changed: The İSG-KATİP and EKİPNET era

Under the amendment that entered into force on 23 December 2025, periodic inspection contracts are approved via İSG-KATİP, and the number of types of equipment requiring an inspection body rises from four to eight.

IMO revises its recommendations for entering enclosed spaces: MSC.581(110)

IMO has updated its recommendations for entering enclosed spaces aboard ships with MSC.581(110). The number of gas measuring instruments, the testing sequence, acceptance values for entry and personal detectors are now set out in more detail.

Face fit testing of respiratory protective equipment: What does HSE INDG479 say?

HSE's INDG479 guidance, dated October 2025, explains when and by which method face fit testing should be carried out on tight-fitting facepieces, the pass criteria and the expectations for record-keeping.

HSE 2025/26 figures: Falls from height remain the most common cause of death

The UK's HSE has announced that 126 workers lost their lives in work-related accidents in Great Britain in 2025/26. The most common cause was falls from height, with 31 deaths.

New OHS training regulation: Durations, distance learning and certificates

The regulation, which entered into force on 2 April 2026, has replaced the 2013 rules. Induction training, basic training durations, the limits on distance learning and the rules on certificates have been revised.

Product · 11 October 2026

JSP EVOGuard M: Helmet and visor system for forestry and landscaping work

JSP's EVOGuard M range offers a protection set for landscaping and forestry work, with forestry helmet and browguard systems, three visors with impact class F and factory-fitted EVOSpec eye protection.

FLIR C8: The pocket-sized thermal camera in the Cx series

The FLIR C8 is listed as a new model in the Cx series, with 320 × 240 thermal resolution, MSX, a measurement range of -20 to 450 °C, Wi-Fi and Ignite cloud integration.

EN ISO 16321: What changes in eye protection after EN 166?

According to Delta Plus, EN ISO 16321 replaces EN 166 and brings stricter tests, new types of test, more performance levels and new marking for eye and face protectors.

EN 397:2025: What has changed in the industrial helmet standard?

According to JSP's technical note, EN 397:2025 brings fundamental changes to the standard with velocity-based tests, a Type 1/Type 2 classification, testing with accessories and the removal of the 440 V option.

How should a fall arrest harness be adjusted and inspected?

Based on Delta Plus's expert guide: the steps for choosing the size, adjusting the straps, positioning the attachment points, pre-use inspection, cleaning and storage of a full body harness.

New safety glasses from Delta Plus: Irazu, Milo Detectable and more

With the Irazu, Milo Detectable, Brava Reader, Brava Wheat, Haruna and Tanaga models, Delta Plus has extended its options for food production, prescription-glasses wearers and combined office and site use.