The Solvents Industry Association has reviewed and released an updated version of joint Guidance produced in collaboration with the Chemical Business Association (CBA). Endorsed by the Health & Safety Executive[…]
The Solvents Industry Association is pleased to announce the release their latest Guidance Note entitled ‘PPE Selection for Working in Flammable Areas’. Compiled by members of the SIA Technical Committee, the document is intended to[…]
Launched to Members and distinguished guests at their 2017 Annual General Meeting, the Solvents Industry Association has collaborated with the European Solvents Industry Group (ESIG) to produce the latest in[…]
Solvents play a vital role in many processes crucial to modern life and the SIA and industry recognises it has a large part to play in ensuring that any potential risk[…]
Although solvents are not dangerous when handled correctly, they do possess the potential to present hazards to health, safety and the environment. The SIA short film, ‘Safe Handling of Solvents’[…]
The SIA film, ‘Solvents and Static Electricity’ deals with the sources and potential consequences of solvents coming into contact with static electricity. The film covers good operating practice to minimise[…]
The SIA film ‘Solvents and IBCs’ deals with the hazards associated with the use of Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs) with solvent products. The film covers the selection of the correct[…]
SIA colleagues in the European Solvents Industry Group (ESIG) have produced a short film outlining the safe use of gloves when handling solvents. Click on the link below to view.
Responsible Care® Unique to the chemical industry, Responsible Care® is a global voluntary initiative that aims to continually raise standards in all areas of the industry. Each SIA member is fully[…]
Are solvents safe to use? As with many of the materials we use around the home or in the workplace, solvents are safe to use provided that guidelines set out[…]
