FIRSTMATS Blog

Most of us are considering how we can save money around the home right now. But for business owners, cost-cutting has become essential to sustaining a long-term business.  And while...

Did you know that slips and falls are the most significant cause of non-fatal injuries in UK workplaces? And what’s most frustrating is that most of...

Fire safety is one of the cornerstones of health and safety – fires are among the most devastating accidents that can happen in the home or the workplace, both in...

Anti-fatigue mats are one of the best, most cost-effective ways of improving health and safety at your premises and boosting employee productivity and engagement. There are many different available, so...

Rubber sheets are used in a broad spectrum of different industries, for an equally broad range of reasons. From gaskets and seals to shock absorption and anti-vibration padding, rubber is...

The flooring you choose for your kennel will have a big impact on how much time you have to spend on cleaning and maintenance, how often you have to replace...

Manual handling injuries are one of the most common types of injury in the United Kingdom workplace, accounting for thousands of incidents every single year. As well as the legal (and...

Shore hardness scales are the way in which different materials are measured for their hardness – it allows people to accurately compare the relative hardness of different items, much as...

Working in an industry that handles chemicals or hazardous substances means that you have most likely come across the term COSHH, as it is most commonly seen on the labels...

Sack trucks have always been invaluable both in the workplace and in everyday life. They can come in extremely useful when moving large loads in warehouses and delivering parcels, as...

Spill control is, or should be, a strong focus of any industrial site’s health, safety, and environmental policies. Whether you’re new to the world of spill control or need updating on...

Wherever chemicals are stored, there is a risk of fire, chemical reactions, and pressure build-up. For this reason, it is imperative to store chemicals and other hazardous liquids with great...

We’ve analysed the latest data provided by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to uncover some of the UK’s most dangerous regions to work in.  Our report is based on workplace injuries...

Laying down a nice rug or two is a great way to add style and sophistication to your home. The great news is there are many choices nowadays, whether you...

A workbench is the cornerstone of your workshop, whatever field you work in. Finding the best workbench for your requirements can boost your productivity and improve...

There are four main types of welding: MIG, TIG, arc and Oxyacetylene. Each differs in ease of use, accuracy, cost and finish, so it’s essential to ensure that you are proficient in...

 Anti-fatigue mats are ergonomic floor mats that minimise fatigue from prolonged standing on hard surfaces. Made typically from rubber or specialised foam, these mats provide a softer surface to stand...

When installing shelving within your workplace, it is vital to ensure that it has been put together correctly and is suitable for its purpose. If not, the risk of the...

Knowing how to handle compressed gas storage cylinders safely in the workplace is crucial. Many industries use different types of bottled gas for various purposes, but in the end, the risk...

Rubber is one of the world's most versatile substances; you can find it everywhere, from tyres to mechanical seals, hosepipes to conveyor belts, windscreen wipers to wellies. It’s so widely...

Top Ten Points To Consider When Buying a Sack Truck Sack trucks are used in many environments and allow goods to be transported easily across warehouses, shop floors, workshops and other...