Editorial
Fire, Emergency and Preparedness Worldwide
September 2006
Sheila Pantry OBE
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This month's OSHWORLD FOCUS draws attention to a number of publications that will be of interest to those responsible for securing high standards of health and safety in the workplace. It also draws attention to disturbing news that the well known and highly respected UK Health and Safety Executive is having to cut inspectorial staff due to budget constraints.
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Wishing you a zero accident, incident-free and healthy year in 2006 in your workplace!