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DEDICATED SAFETY DEPOTS & CENTRES OF EXCELLENCE
At Speedy we have taken our focus on safety another leap forward by launching a business dedicated to providing a full range of Safety equipment.
MORE KIT, MORE DEPOTS,MORE VEHICLES
Our dedicated depot and network of centres of excellence have extended the existing range of safety equipment available in Survey and Lifting depots. With over 250 delivery vehicles we can deliver nationwide.
TOTAL QUALITY PRODUCT
Our equipment is sourced from the leading manufacturers selected for their commitment to Health & Safety and product innovation. We have invested significantly in the best equipment available and ensure that we maintain it to the highest standards as well as testing and inspecting each item before every hire.
WHY HIRE?
Hiring Safety equipment ensures that you are using the most modern, safe and relevant kit available for your needs. Safety on site is never a compromise so we can ensure you are using the best equipment for the job. All our equipment is rigorously tested but should the need arise we can exchange equipment the same day; you will also have no maintenance or storage costs.
For more information call 0845 602 1059
or click the locations button above |
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CONFINED SPACES & SAFETY
EQUIPMENT
The Confined Space Regulations Act 1997 were introduced to emphasise
the potential risks from confined spaces, which stretch beyond the
obvious tanks and silos, and the responsibilities of employees to
carry out risk assessment and provide appropriate equipment.
Speedy consulted our customers in an effort to ascertain the general
level of knowledge and understanding of the “Confined Space
Regulation Act, 1997”. This demonstrated that a large percentage
of people are still unaware of the content of this regulation or
its implication to them. |
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What qualifies as a “Confined Space”? |
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A “Confined Space” is any place
which, by virtue of its enclosed nature, that could present
a risk exists. Examples of such places would be; chamber,
tank, vat, silo, pit, trench, pipe, sewer, flue and a
well. ‘Specified’ risks include; fire, explosion,
loss of consciousness from increased body temperature,
gas fumes, vapour, or lack of oxygen, and drowning. |
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What do the regulations suggest the workplace
or site should have prior to
WORKING within a “Confined Space”? |
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Any combination or in some cases all of
the following equipment: -
Gas Detectors, Tripods, Torches, 30-Minute Kits, and 10-Minute
Escape Kits, 45 Minute (Working) Breathing Apparatus,
Winches,
Fall-Arrestors, Safety Harness, Fresh Air Breathing Apparatus. |
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Where can I hire this type of equipment? |
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SPEEDY SURVEY |
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Speedy Survey can now supply the full range of Safety
equipment as detailed in the “Confined Space Regulations”,
rest assured that as with all Speedy Hire Plc operations, we offer
a comprehensive and professional service at competitive rates.
The equipment within this section ensures you comply with these regulations. |
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CONFINED SPACE TRAINING
A Confined Space is defined as 'any place including any chamber, tank, vat, pit, trench, pipe, sewer, flue, well or any other similar place in which by virtue of it's enclosed nature there arises a reasonably foreseeable specified risk'.
The course provides delegates with the basic skills necessary for safe entry into confined spaces and the knowledge to act safely in an emergency. |
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| RESPIRATORY FILTER CHART (APPLICATIONS, MARKINGS) |
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Type |
Application |
Class |
Maxim. allowed
gas concentration** |
Standard |
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A |
Organic gases and vapors -
boiling point >65°C |
1
2
3 |
1000 ml/m3
5000 ml/m3
10000 ml/m3 |
(0.1 Vol.-%)
(0.5 Vol.-%)
(1.0 Vol.-%) |
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EN 141 |
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B |
Inorganic gases and vapors
(not CO), (i.e. chlorine, H2S, HCN...) |
1
2
3 |
1000 ml/m3
5000 ml/m3
10000 ml/m3 |
(0.1 Vol.-%)
(0.5 Vol.-%)
(1.0 Vol.-%) |
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EN 141 |
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E |
Sulphur dioxide and acidic gases and vapors |
1
2
3 |
1000 ml/m3
5000 ml/m3
10000 ml/m3 |
(0.1 Vol.-%)
(0.5 Vol.-%)
(1.0 Vol.-%) |
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EN 141 |
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K |
Ammonia and organic ammonia derivatives |
1
2
3 |
1000 ml/m3
5000 ml/m3
10000 ml/m3 |
(0.1 Vol.-%)
(0.5 Vol.-%)
(1.0 Vol.-%) |
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EN 141 |
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AX |
Organic gases and vapors – (boiling
point ≤ 65°C) of low boiling substance groups 1 and
2 |
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gr.1
gr.1
gr. 2
gr. 2 |
100ml/m3 max. 40 min.
100ml/m3 max. 20 min.
1000 ml/m3 max. 60 min.
5000 ml/m3 max. 20 min. |
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EN 371 |
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NO-P3 |
Nitrogen oxides e.g. NO, NO2, NOX |
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Maximum allowed time of use
20 minutes |
EN 141 |
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Hg-P3 |
Mercury vapors |
— |
Maximum allowed time of use
50 hours |
EN 141 |
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CO* |
Carbon monoxide |
— |
Local guide lines |
DIN 3181* |
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Reactor P3* |
Radioactive iodin |
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Local guide lines |
DIN 3181* |
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P |
Particles |
1
2
3 |
Efficiency
Efficiency
Efficiency
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low
medium
high |
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EN 143 |
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and type standardised |
**depending on the face piece |
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telephone: 0845 602 1059 |
facsimile: 01942 246111 |
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