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Lumicor decorative panels: Beauty and functionality combined

For something a little bit architecturally different for your office, take a look at Lumicor decorative panels, new from Muraspec. The panels are made from a translucent resin which encapsulates interesting materials such as natural foliage, metals, textiles, paper, wood veneers, organic materials and glass, thereby producing an unusual creative effect. They can then be cut for use in a variety of applications including cabinet/door inserts, room dividers, countertops, furniture, lighting and showers.

To read more about Lumicor decorative panels click here.

Working at height

Official HSE figures show that falls from height remain the single biggest cause of workplace deaths accounting for 46 fatalities and 3,350 serious injuries in 2005/6 alone. However back in February this year spot checks by HSE inspectors in Aberdeen closed down 10 sites due to 'bad and dangerous' working practices that were 'accidents waiting to happen'.

Whilst it is not practical to stop working at height, employers can take a measured approach and manage it effectively to protect their workforce. HM principal inspector of health and safety, Jim Skilling, said: "Our advice to those who work in the refurbishment sector is to plan work, use competent workers and if working at height, use the right equipment and use it safely." For further information about Working at Height Regulations (WAHR 2005) see http://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/indg401.pdf.

Newbury Interiors registers with Constructonline

Newbury Interiors is pleased to announce its application for registration with Constructionline. Constructionline is the UK's register of pre-qualified local and national construction suppliers. Owned and endorsed by the DTI, Constructionline has been designed to streamline procurement procedures within a single national pre-qualification scheme. Registered supplier details are made available to over 8,000 public and private sector buyers from over 1600 organisations, helping to ensure they achieve 'best value' objectives.

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Relaxing holiday?

Sun cream...check. Sun hat...check. Mobile phone...check. A recent survey suggested that over 80% of workers will be taking their mobile phone away with them on holiday this summer.

There is a cautionary note however. Employers must face up to the fact that due to their employees' diligence, or paranoia for that matter, they could be putting the company at risk if any of these devices is lost or stolen, and is unsecured. Necessary steps should therefore be taken to protect the company's data - wherever it travels.

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