This collection of authoritative and validated organisations' websites are listed alphabetically under subject and then by country. Many subjects are hidden in some of the large web sites. You will find that this subject index helps to bring out these valuable topics. The country index lists the web sites first by country name in alphabetical order and then by name alphabetically under the first word of the organisation. If you have a favourite site which should be included in this list please email details to: sp@sheilapantry.com
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Facilities management for public buildings USA
www.epa.gov/iaq/largebldgs/baqtoc.html
Facilities Standards for the Public Buildings Service includes fire
protection, electric safety and security.
Fall Arrest Equipment UK
www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/fallindx.htm
The Health and Safety Executive's leaflet Inspecting fall arrest equipment made from webbing and rope is available under the heading Falls from Heights. Gives details of what to look for in the
equipment.
Fall Arrest Equipment UK
www.hse.gov.uk/research/hsl/engineer.htm
The Health and Safety Executive's research Assessment of the factors that influence the tensile strength of safety harnesses and lanyard and webbing also has a supplementary report.
Fall Arrest Equipment UK
www.hse.gov.uk/RESEARCH/crr_htm/2002/crr02451.htm
The Health and Safety Executive's CRR 451/2002 Harness suspension: review and evaluation of existing information objective was to review, locate and study literature dealing with the effects of being suspended in a harness and evaluate and report on them, together with attendant issues regarding various types of harnesses, including the position of their attachment points. In addition, selected harness standards were to be examined to see if and how they addressed the topic of suspension Over 50 documents were located from sources in the United Kingdom, Germany, France and Australia and the Internet. These form the basis of the report.
Falls From Height UK
www.hse.gov.uk/falls/index.htm
UK Health and Safety Executive Falls from height pages give details of publications, programme of work, research, and links. Falls from heights are the most common cause of fatal injury and the second most common cause of major injury to employees, accounting for 15% of all such injuries in the UK. All industry sectors are exposed to the risks presented by this hazard although the level of incidence varies considerably.
Falls From Vehicles UK
www.hse.gov.uk/fallsfromvehicles
Health and Safety Executive Falls from Vehicle pages give details of information sheets, case studies, posters and links.
Fertilizers BELGIUM
www.efma.org
European Fertilizer Manufacturers Association contains information on responsible care, improving performance in matters concerning the health and safety of their employees and the impact of their activities on the environment. Also has guidance for the compilation of Safety Datasheets for a number of fertilizers.
Filtration and Air Cleaning Systems to protect building environments USA
www.cdc.gov/niosh
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health publication Filtration and Air Cleaning Systems to protect building environments from airborne chemical, biological, or radiological attacks. Covers filtration and air-cleaning principles, recommendations regarding filter and sorbent selection, operations, upgrade and maintenance.
Fire see also Arson and Wildland Fire
Fire
www.sheilapantry.com
Fire information from Sheila Pantry Associates Ltd
Details of Fire Worldwide which contains over 250,000 bibliographic records to worldwide sources of information - journal articles, reports, leaflets, guidance and advice, research reports, conference papers, videos and standards. Is available on CD-ROM, for networking within an organisation or via the Internet. Based on SilverPlatter software. Constantly updated. From 2002 will contain full text of many sources of information not yet computerised.
Fire AUSTRALIA
www.fesa.wa.gov.au
Fire and Emergency Services Authority of Western Australia (FESA) and associated volunteers respond to a wide range of emergencies including fire, cyclones, storms, floods, road accidents, chemical spills and earthquakes as well as undertaking search and rescue operations on land and water. FESA also aims to reduce injury, loss of life and destruction of property in the community through proactive measures. FESA helps the West Australian community prepare, prevent (where possible) and respond safely to disasters. Contains information, current projects, news and links.
Fire AUSTRALIA
www.afac.com.au
Australasian Fire Authorities Council (includes New Zealand and Hong Kong) AFAC is a peak representative body for fire and emergency services and land management agencies in the Australasian region. It was established in 1993 and has 23 full members and 14 associate members, including Australian fire and emergency services and land management agencies, the Australian Council of State Emergency Services, Emergency Management Australia and the New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Singapore, Hong Kong and East Timor Fire Services. Gives details of research, newsletter, events, information and links.
Fire BELGIUM
www.wpi.edu/Academics/Library/InFire/anpi/anpi.html
ANPI - Belgium National Fire and Intrusion Protection Association gives brief details of the Information and Documentation Section, Publications and Seminars, Training, Control Activities and Laboratories
Fire CANADA
www.nrc.ca/irc/frm/index.html
Institute for Research in Construction Fire Risk Management research is assisting Canada's construction industry and concentrates on four areas: Active Fire Protection; Fire-Resistant Construction; Residential & Commercial Buildings; Industrial Buildings.
Fire CANADA
www.jibc.bc.ca/fire
Justice Institute of British Colombia training in action for safer communities including fire training.
Fire FRANCE
www.cnpp.com
Centre National de Prevention et de Protection -The National Center for Prevention and Protection
(CNPP) is a professional body, recognized by the insurance companies, which develops, disseminates and assesses knowledge and know-how in personal safety, tangible and intangible property safety and environmental safety in every activity and environment. CNPP expertise applies particularly to risk management, general safety, fire, environmental issues, technological risks, burglary and health and safety at work. The CNPP also operates on an international level including involvement in European bodies, cooperation agreements and as a member of international networks.
Fire FRANCE
www.ctif.org
CTIF have members from Europe and other countries around the world. Comité Technique International de prévention et d'extinction du Feu
(CTIF), which was founded on August 16, 1900 in Paris as the Great International Council of Firefighters changed its name to International Technical Committee for the Prevention and Extinction of Fire in 1929, is involved in a wide range of activities including research and developing practices relating to preventative fire protection and
firefighting. CTIF runs seminars, competitions and produce guidance.
Fire GERMANY
www.vds.de
VdS Schadenverhütung GmbH (VdS Loss Prevention) - successor to the technical departments at the
VdS, Verband der Sachversicherer (Association of German Property Insurers) and today an affiliate of the
GDV, Gesamtverband der Deutschen Versicherungswirtschaft (Association of German Insurers) - dedicates its expertise and experience to the preservation of life and property. The fire and intrusion protection areas are in the limelight here covers inspection in the field, testing in the VdS laboratories, certification, information and consulting.The products of the publishing division include specifications, technical information, booklets, leaflets and magazine - offer general and specific support to realize effective protection measures for life and property.
Fire UK
www.communities.gov.uk/fire
The Fire Service and Fire Safety are the responsibility of the Department for Communities and Local Government. Site gives details of the various units relating to fire, including the Fire and Emergency Planning Directorate, Fire Research Division, Fire Policy Unit, Her Majesty's Fire Service Inspectorate.
Fire UK
www.fire.org.uk/england.htm
Fire and Rescue Services in England - list of names, addresses, telephone numbers and some web sites.
Fire UK
www.bfpsa.org.uk
British Fire Protection Systems Association BFPSA is the Trade Association that represents 95% of UK manufacturers and installers of Fire Alarm and Fixed Gaseous Extinguishing systems. Gives information, events, training, publications and links to other organisations.
Fire UK
www.fobfo.org.uk
Federation of British Fire Organisations (FOBFO) provides a forum for discussion
and co-operation between United Kingdom fire interests, promoting activities
aimed at the prevention and mitigation of loss of life and property by fire. It
is therefore an "umbrella" organisation under which members can form
alliances and make representations under a common banner. It is also the
National Committee supporting the Comite International Technique de Prevention
et D'extinction du Feu (CTIF), thus helping to promote "UK Fire"
abroad in pan-European issues. In partnership with the FIC Export Focal Point
and UK Trade & Investment, it continues to support UK industry at
exhibitions and seminars abroad. Site give events, articles, news and links.
Fire UK
www.firekills.gov.uk
UK Government web site Fire Kills that gives details of advice and guidance on the dangers of fires. Links to campaigns, The Fire and Rescue Service, leaflets and other details.
Fire UK
www.means-of-escape.com
Means of Escape online magazine addresses the key issues surrounding safe evacuation and the increasing importance of risk assessment and self regulation particularly in fire safety. Specific information on any aspect of risk assessment, or the five disciplines of fire safety are including in the articles database. The Discussion Forum helps to share knowledge, seek comment or answers from fire professionals.
Fire UK
www.pfpf.org
The Passive Protection Federation brings together the collective expertise of the passive fire protection industry and provides a central forum so that the Industry speaks with one voice to articulate the benefits and value of passive fire protection in the achievement of fire safe building design and construction. Passive fire protection is the primary measure integrated within the constructional fabric of a building to provide inherent fire safety and protection by responding against flame, heat and smoke to maintain the fundamental requirements of building
compartmentation, structural stability, fire separation and safe means of escape. Passive fire protection measures achieve their intended purpose by raising the fire resistance of the structure, protecting the structure against the effects of fire, reducing fire spread through secondary ignition, limiting the movement of flame and smoke, and minimising the danger of fire-induced collapse or structural distortion. Passive fire protection design, incorporating passive fire protection materials, systems and assemblies, serves by fire containment to protect life, safeguard the building structure, protect assets, maintain building serviceability after fire, minimise rebuild costs, and facilitate quick business recovery and continuity.
Fire UK
www.figuk.org.uk
Fire Information Group is a UK based network of people working in fire industry as fire information specialists, consultants, fire and forensic experts.
Fire UK
www.thefpa.co.uk
The Fire Prevention Association is the national fire safety organisation in the UK, one of twenty similar bodies existing worldwide for the promotion of great fire safety. It is supported by the Association of British Insurers and Lloyd's. Offers training, advice, consultancy, and publishes the journal 'Fire Prevention' which disseminates information about the widest possible range of fire safety matters. It publishes other guidance, advice, recommendations, codes of practice and videos. Collects, analyses and publish statistics, identifying trends and promotes research.
Fire UK
www.bre.co.uk/frs
Fire and Risk Sciences FRS of BRE Ltd is one of the largest fire testing laboratories in Europe, is the UK's leading multi-disciplinary centre for research based consultancy on all aspects of fire safety and security.
Fire UK
www.fire.org.uk
FireNet's extensive site contains What's New, Aviation Fire Journal, Information Exchange, including Bulletin Board System, Advice and links to national and international fire service departments.
Fire UK
www.ife.org.uk
Institution of Fire Engineers site lists activities, publications, events and more news.
Fire UK
www.london-fire.gov.uk
London Fire and Emergency Planning Authority covers: description of London Fire Brigade activities, first steps to becoming a firefighter, gallery of pictures, contacts and advice.
Fire UK
www.bafe.org.uk
British Approvals for Fire Equipment BAFE established to raise and
maintain high standards of quality in active fire protection products
and services. Firms registered with BAFE are all ISO 9000 certificated
and have adopted one or more of BAFE registered schemes. Also contains
news, resources and links to associated organisations.
Fire UK
www.fire-uk.org
Chief and Assistant Chief Fire Officers' Association CFOA gives
information for both members and non-members, FINDS database,
information and links.
Fire UK
www.ucl.ac.uk/chemeng/research/combustion
Combustion Research Group is dedicated to academic research at the
University College, London on combustion, includes the Newsletter of the
Combustion Institute (British Section)
Fire UK
www.fabig.com
Fire and Blast Information Group FABIG site contains an wide range of
information, activities, meetings.
Fire UK
www.fbu-ho.org.uk
Fire Brigades' Union UK represents all uniformed employees of local
authority fire brigades. Contains details of meetings and publications.
Fire UK
www.feta.org.uk
Fire Extinguishing Trades is the UK trade association of manufacturers
and maintainers of portable firefighting equipment.
Fire UK
www.fireservicecollege.ac.uk
Fire Service College UK extensive site containing information on
courses, national and international, consultancy, library services,
research, higher education and online shop.
Fire UK
www.fsdg.org.uk
Fire Service Development Group UK site gives details of mission, burning
issues, All Party Group, Who's Who, Conference report, forthcoming
events.
Fire UK
www.iafss.org
International Association of Fire Safety Science encourages research
into science of preventing and mitigating the adverse effects of fires
and providing a forum for presenting the results. News, resources,
Online Newsletter and members areas.
Fire UK
www.ifsa.org.uk
Intumescent Fire Seals Association IFSA provides information to
architects, services engineers, building control officers, fire officers
and all concerned with safe building design and construction. Publishes
technical information sheets and the IFSA Code.
Fire UK
www.london-fire.gov.uk/recalls/search.asp
London Fire and Emergency Planning Authority which includes the London Fire Brigade comprehensive list of products recalled for fire safety reasons. This list
has all the recalls going back to 1984 and covers only items that are considered a potential fire hazard.
Fire UK
www.communities.gov.uk/fire/firesafety/prevention/firesafetycampaigns/pushbutton
Department for Communities and Local Government - Fire Kills website covers the Arson Control Forum, campaigns, fire safety, the Fire Service, Fire Health and Safety Directorate, Fire Research Division including statistics, Her Majesty's Fire Service Inspectorate and links to other UK Government Departments - Health and Safety Executive and the Department of Trade and Industry.
Fire UK
www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/flamindx.htm
The UK Health and Safety Executive is concerned with process fire precautions, such as working with flammable substances. A number of leaflets, in full text, concerning fire, explosions, and also construction site fire safety.
Fire Northern Ireland UK
www.nifrs.org/fire_safety.php
Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service website contains detailed fire information advice for the community. Safety information covers the home and workplace, with a schools programme also available.
Fire USA
www.cdc.gov/niosh/mining/topics/firefightingandprev
US National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health NIOSH Fire Fighting and Prevention Program is to improve the fire safety of miners by conducting research and implementing findings on the prevention, detection, and suppression of mine fires. The fire prevention research program applies science and engineering towards such tasks as ensuring that fire-safe materials are used, that combustibles are properly handled and stored, that mechanical and electrical equipment is properly used and maintained, and that personnel are adequately trained and educated in fire safety practices.
Fire USA
www.fire.gov
US National Institute of Standards and Technology Fire.Gov newsletter giving details of recent publications, research and news.
Fire USA
www.nfpa.gov
National Fire Protection Association offers a wide range of information.
Fire USA
www.fs.fed.us/fire/fmt
Fire Management Today formerly Fire Management Notes full text international journal is published quarterly and aimed at the wildland fire community, it contains a wide range of subject on fire behaviour, fire ecology, fuels management, firefighting experiences, incident management, preparedness, prevention, safety, suppression, training, and wildland-urban interface.
Fire USA
www.pennwell.com
Fire Engineering and related journals published by the Pennwell publishers.
Fire USA
www.wpi.edu/Academics/Depts/Fire/Resources
Fire information resources and links to organisations internationally including governments.
Fire USA
www.fireengineering.com/training
Fire training information provided by the Fire Engineering Magazine information for training programmes, classes and educational development needs, books, videos and articles.
Fire USA
www.firesafe.org
The home page and resource directory for safety information which also offers website and document hosting to agencies and non-profit organisations.
Fire USA
www.wpi.edu/Academics/Depts/Fire
Fire safe information from the Worcester Center for Fire Safety Studies, Worcester Polytechnic Institute.
Fire USA
www.fs.fed.us
Forest Service contains details of News, programmes, fire information and reports, managing fires, and also the National Interagency Fire Centre Daily Report.
Fire USA
www.fsi.uiuc.edu
Illinois Fire Service Institute covers news, calendar, programmes, information, Library, bulletin board, links to other sites, research, facilities and other details.
Fire USA
www.wpi.edu/+inFIRE
International inFire Group is a useful group of specialists exchanging information and for links around the world.
Fire USA
www.lrc.fema.gov
National Emergency Training Center, Learning Resource Center provides service to both on site staff and students at the National Fire Academy and the Emergency Management Institute also functions for Internet users as a bibliographic database on fire service and emergency management topics.
Fire USA
www.cdc.gov/niosh/fire
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Fire Collection contains the Fire Fighter Fatality Investigation and Prevention Programme, other NIOSH publications on fire fighting hazards, links to other fire fighting web sites, What's New and how to contact NIOSH.
Fire USA
http://fris.ntis.gov
National Institute of Standards and Technology Fire Research Information Service is a resource both to Building and Fire Research Laboratory staff and to fire protection engineers, scientists and fire service personnel around the world. Extensive site with links to experimental fire data, conferences and other fire resources. Good starting point. The database of bibliographic sources FIREDOC is also accessible.
Fire USA
www.firewise.org
National Wildland Urban Interface Fire Protection Programme FireWise contains publications, events, forum, links, videos etc.
Fire USA
www.okstate.edu/ceat/fpst/links.htm
Oklahoma State University information sources supports students and faculty in the School of Fire Protection and Safety. A range of sources from the sites include links including National Institute of Standards and Technology, National Fire Prevention Association etc.
Fire USA
www.bfrl.nist.gov
Building and Fire Research Laboratory site contains details of the work
of the Laboratory, what's new, conferences, standards, activities,
products and services, research and the Fire Research Information
Services.
Fire USA
www.ifca.org
International Fire Chiefs Association covers conferences, media
information, common questions, online databases, member services and
links.
Fire USA
www.nfsa.org
National Fire Sprinkler Association NFSA USA gives information on
events, seminars, members and provides a range of fire-related links.
Fire Alarms USA
www.afaa.org
The US Automatic Fire Alarm Association was formed in 1953 and is the only national trade association exclusively dedicated to representing the automatic fire detection and fire alarm systems industry. The membership is made up of all segments of industry (manufacturer's, distributors, state and regional associations, users,
AHJs, engineers, and others).
Fire and Emergency Management Services AUSTRALIA
www.ems.fesa.wa.gov.au
Fire and Emergency Management Services of Western Australia (FESA) Emergency Management Services is a division of the Fire and Emergency Services Authority of Western Australia
(FESA). Working with the community, the role of FESA's EMS Division is to achieve a safer Western Australian community. Contains information, current projects, news and links.
Fire and Explosions UK
www.hse.gov.uk/lau/lacs/a_f.htm
The UK Health and Safety Executive Local Authorities Enforcement Liaison Committee - HELA Fire and Explosions pages contain a number of publications on fire safety.
Fire and Rescue UK
www.communities.gov.uk/fire
Department for Communities and Local Government Fire and Rescue Service UK website containing details, factsheets and related links.
Fire and Smoke Containment and Control USA
www.afscc.org
The Alliance for Fire and Smoke Containment and Control (AFSCC) was established in 1999 by building enforcement, construction, design, and manufacturing professionals in response to the need for a well-coordinated, educational effort to promote the value of a balanced fire protection design in the built environment. The charter members are companies, organizations, and individuals within the construction industry who share the following goals: To promote fire and smoke resistant construction as part of a balanced design approach, to promote property protection and public welfare as well as life safety, to educate and inform code officials and designers on fire and smoke protection issues, and to promote fire fighter safety and facilitate fire fighting activities. Site contains articles, reports and links to other similar organisations.
Fire: Asbestos Exposures from large Scale Fires UK
www.hpa.org.uk/webc/HPAwebFile/HPAweb_C/1204013002817
UK Health Protection Agency's The Public Health Significance of Asbestos
Exposures from large Scale Fires. ISBN 978-0-85951-607-5 is available for
download see also other HPA reports listed in www.hpa.org.uk/web/HPAweb&Page&HPAwebAutoListName/Page/1204013013222.
Fire Cleanup: Worker safety USA
http://emergency.cdc.gov/disasters/wildfires/cleanupworkers.asp
US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Worker safety during fire cleanup. Workers face hazards even after fires are extinguished. In addition to a smoldering or new fire, dangers include: electrical hazards, carbon monoxide poisoning, musculoskeletal hazards, heavy equipment, extreme heat and cold, unstable structures, hazardous materials, fire, confined spaces, worker fatigue and respiratory hazards. Workers and volunteers should be advised of and should follow proper safety precautions.
Fire Fighter Fatality Investigation and Prevention Program: Safety Quiz Instructions USA
www.cdc.gov/niosh/fire/quizinstr.html
National Institute for Occupational Health and Safety NIOSH invites you to challenge your fire fighters for safety and survival knowledge. Print any one of the newest or any archived Fire Fighter Safety Quiz and post it at a visible location where you want fire fighters to think and learn about safety issues. (It's Bulletin Board ready!) We suggest rotating every 2 weeks to keep it fresh. If you want the specific answer, or you want to view the full report, simply click on the individual publication listed with each question or go to the NIOSH fire fighter home website:
www.cdc.gov/niosh/fire for any relevant publication. Suggestions for topics or improvement are always welcome. Please check back every couple of weeks for a new quiz.
Fire Fighting Vehicles GERMANY
www.eurofeu.org
European Committee of the Manufacturers of Fire Protection Equipment and Fire Fighting Vehicles
(EUROFEU) site. Through the CEN Committees Eurofeu works to establish common high standards of fire safety for the protection of life (including that of the fire fighter), public and private assets and the environment. To enable a growing European market where member's products are tested once to a commonly accepted standard and listed in each appropriate country without duplication of costs. EUROFEU aims to be considered by all appropriate authorities as the voice of influence that is consulted on important European wide fire protection issues.
Fire Protection Equipment and Fire Fighting Vehicles GERMANY
www.eurofeu.org
European Committee of the Manufacturers of Fire Protection Equipment and Fire Fighting Vehicles
(EUROFEU) site. Through the CEN Committees Euroofeu works to establish common high standards of fire safety for the protection of life (including that of the fire fighter), public and private assets and the environment. To enable a growing European market where member's products are tested once to a commonly accepted standard and listed in each appropriate country without duplication of costs. EUROFEU aims to be considered by all appropriate authorities as the voice of influence that is consulted on important European wide fire protection issues.
Fire Safety GERMANY
www.bam.de
BAM - Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und -prüfung -Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing is a senior scientific and technical Federal Institute with responsibility to the Federal Ministry of Economics and Technology (BMWi). The technological productivity of the Federal Republic of Germany is based on competitive high-quality products, which are to ensure by innovative measurement and testing technology. BAM has its responsibility in development of safety and reliability in chemistry and materials technologies, physical and chemical inspections of materials and plants including supply of reference methods and reference materials, collaboration in developing legal regulations like on safety standards and threshold values and consulting on safety aspects of materials technology for the Federal Government and
industry. BAM is the successor of the Public Materials Testing Office ("Staatliches Materialprüfungsamt") founded in 1871 and of the Chemical-Technical State Institute
("Chemisch-Technische Reichsanstalt") set up in 1920.
Fire Safety UK
www.bre.co.uk
The BRE Group is a world leading research, consultancy, training, testing and certification organisation delivering sustainability and innovation across the built environment and beyond. The Building Research Fire testing, research and consultancy offer world class fire consultancy, research and testing services. Through the sister company LPCB they can provide third party certification on fire products and services - see www.redbooklive.com for details on this. With the most extensive laboratories in the world, a highly qualified team of expert scientists and engineers are able to deliver practical solutions, technical advice and a bespoke service to a wide range of clients.
Fire Safety Gateway UK
www.fire.gov.uk
Communities and Local Government CLG has launched a new 'website gateway' to help the public and businesses access fire safety information and risk assessment material. The project is financed by CLG but CFOA and LGA have been heavily involved in its development. Third sector organisations and other public bodies who work with some of the people most vulnerable to fire hazard are also encouraged to team-up with local fire and rescue services through the gateway.
Fire Safety: Guidance UK
www.communities.gov.uk/fire/firesafety/firesafetylaw/aboutguides
UK Communities and Local Government guides that are designed so that a
responsible person, with limited formal training or experience, should be able
to carry out a fire risk assessment. If you read the guide and decide you are
unable to apply the guidance then you should seek expert advice. More complex
premises will probably need to be assessed by a person who has comprehensive
training or experience in fire risk assessment. However these guides will be
appropriate for more complex, multi-occupied buildings to address fire safety
issues in individual occupancies.
Fire Safety: Practitioners Forum UK
www.pforum.fire.gov.uk
The UK Practitioners Forum is the body through which practitioners and stakeholders in the fire industry will work together to provide advice to Government on policy development. It is the driving force in managing change and implementing reforms in the fire and rescue service. CFOA has a pivotal role in this Forum, providing the chair and secretariat, thus ensuring that the strategic direction for the service is developed in the light of practical considerations, and that specific policy initiatives are consistent with working practices on the ground and are deliverable"
Fire Safety: Reduced Ignition Propensity Cigarettes (RIP) Coalition UK
www.firesafercigarettes.org.uk
The UK Reduced Ignition Propensity Cigarettes (RIP) Coalition is campaigning for fire safer cigarettes to help reduce this needless death and devastation by cigarette fires. Cigarette fires are the biggest cause of fire-related deaths in the home. There are an average of 132 deaths, 1,600 injuries and 4,300 fires per year in accidental home fires caused by smoking materials, according to the Department for Communities and Local Government. Every three days someone dies in a fire caused by a cigarette. A significant proportion of the devastation could be prevented through EU legislation to introduce a fire safety standard for cigarettes in the UK.
Fire Safety: Workplaces UK
www.hse.gov.uk
Contains a wide range of guidance and advice such as advice on all aspects of workplace health and also workplace fire safety.
Fire Sprinklers see Sprinklers
Fire: Statistical Information Service UK
www.cipfastats.net
Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy CIPFA Statistical
Information Service contains a range of fire and rescue service statistical
information. You need to register/log in first then go to the "Our
services" link (a small link just under the site's main banner) select
"Statistical Information Service (CIPFAstats.net)" and under site
directory select "public protection". You then go to Fire and Rescue
Services, where you will find details of all the fire and rescue authorities
going back several years. It covers the whole of the UK.
Fireworks: Safety UK
www.chaf.info
Control of the Hazards Associated with the Transport and Bulk Storage of Fireworks. This website describes a European Union (EU) funded project,
CHAF, which aims to provide a better understanding of critical conditions that give rise to explosions in packaged fireworks, and improved methods of predicting performance in large scale storage. Annual sales of fireworks in the EU amount to tens of thousands of tonnes and similar quantities are held in storage. This project will provide a framework for the safe storage of bulk fireworks which will have direct benefits to the EU in terms of improving worker safety and reducing the work-related hazards to which members of the public are exposed. Also, reduction of the severity of large scale fireworks storage accidents will have beneficial environmental effects in terms of minimising the release of toxic fumes and reducing off site blast damage. Has links to other organisations.
Fireworks: Safety UK
www.dti.gov.uk/fireworks
UK Department of Trade and Industry advice on fireworks safety. From how to use them safely through to protecting children and animals. Plus, what you should know about changes to the UK law and campaign materials.
Fireworks: Safety UK
www.dti.gov.uk/homesafetynetwork/fw_intro.htm
UK Department of Trade and Industry fireworks safety web pages.
Fireworks: Safety UK
www.fireworksafety.co.uk
These pages have been prepared by the Explosive Industry Group of the CBI to help users of fireworks have a safe and enjoyable celebration. You will also find information for teachers and enforcers on this site.
Fireworks: Safety UK
www.fireworksafety.co.uk/bpaeig.htm
British Pyrotechnists Association (BPA) and CBI Explosive Industry Group (EIG) together represent the majority of established firework manufactures and importers in the UK, the larger companies belong to both organisations. The two bodies are similar but distinct, and both provide a focus for dissemination of information. The BPA and EIG have jointly produced the guide "Firework safety Handbook". Copies are available from either organisation, and an electronic version is available here in PDF (Acrobat) format.
First Aid AUSTRALIA
www.stjohn.org.au
St John Ambulance Australia web site give first aid news and a range of information It includes a glossary of first aid terms and details of events and courses.
First Aid UK
www.firstaidcafe.co.uk
First Aid Cafe offer general information, links to over 500 sites, general first aid for the public, for employers and workplace first
aiders, first aid training providers.
First Aid UK
www.hse.gov.uk/firstaid
The UK Health and Safety Executive's (HSE) web site on first aid provision in the workplace. Gives details on advice basic first aid as well as a range of HSE advice sheets covering specific situations such as electric shock. Includes a Frequently Asked Question (FAQ) Section as well as legal requirements for both trainees and trainers.
First Aid: Training UK
www.redcrossfirstaidtraining.co.uk
The British Red Cross has launched a new website offering customers 'real time' information for those booking first aid courses for the workplace - the only organisation to offer this facility. The new website aims to provide customers with easier and more convenient way to book first aid courses. It gives users up-to-date information on the availability and location of courses throughout the UK. It allows customers to take a 'shopping basket' approach, selecting appropriate courses before 'checking out' using the automated payment process. The Red Cross is one of the UK's leading providers of first aid training. It has 175 centres across the country running 800 courses a month. The British Red Cross trains 120,000 people in first aid for the workplace. Money raised through this activity is used to continue the humanitarian work of the Red Cross in the UK and overseas.
Fishing safety SPAIN
http://osha.europa.eu/good_practice/sector/fisheries
The European Agency for Safety and Health at Work fishing sector information covers a wide range of topics. Also includes a frequently asked questions (FAQ) section, links and guidance. There is also a step-by-step guide to assessing and preventing risks on board fishing vessels.
Fitness to drive - see Road Safety: Medical aspects of fitness to drive
Flexible working and employment patterns UK
www.hse.gov.uk/horizons/precwrkreport.pdf
HSE Horizon Scanning Short Report - SR003 - Flexible Working and Employment Patterns.
Flight Crew Research Programme USA
www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/flightcrew
US National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health NIOSH links to NIOSH
Health Hazard Evaluations and abstracts related to the Flight Crew Research
Program. The program studies the health effects of exposures in the aircraft
cabin environment on flight personnel.
Flood recovery USA
http://emergency.cdc.gov/disasters/floods
US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) information on floods. During a flood and its aftermath, there are some basic facts to remember that will help protect your personal health and safety. Key facts about hurricane and flood recovery, food and water safety, cleanup, sanitation and hygiene, when the power goes out, carbon monoxide poisoning; animals and insects, re-entering your flooded home, cleanup of flood water, mold after a disaster, precautions and electrical hazards. Worker safety after a flood. Links to other information.
Food USA
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu
University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Extension Digital Information Service EDIS .
Food and Drink Safety UK
www.fdf.org.uk
UK Food and Drink Federation represents and promotes the interests of the UK food and drink manufacturing industry and plays its part in every aspect of food and drink manufacturing. Gives membership, press, information, publications and events. Also links to other sources of information.
Food Industry: Occupational Dermatitis UK
www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/fis17.pdf
Health and Safety Executive Food Industry Committee publication on occupational dermatitis which is one of the most widespread causes of ill health and affects people working in many industry sectors, including food processing and especially catering.
Food safety UK
www.foodstandards.gov.uk/foodindustry/regulation
The UK Food Standards Agency food hygiene web pages aiming to help the catering sector covering cleaning, cooking, chilling and cross-contamination.
Food Safety UK
www.foodlink.org.uk
The UK Food and Drink Federation web site containing A-Z of food safety, food poisoning, hygiene, food storage and preparation.
Food Safety UK
www.foodstandards.gov.uk
The UK Food Standards Agency - the government body web site provides news, diet and health, hygiene, safety,
BSE, labelling, GM and other details.
Forensic Science UK
www.forensic.gov.uk
Forensic Science Service offers a wealth of experience and information. Produces the FORS CD-ROM which is multidisciplinary and covers literature relevant to the examination of evidential materials, analytical methods and the presentation and interpretation of findings. FORS contains more than 50,000 records which are not publicly available elsewhere in the world. FORS uses SilverPlatter software. There are also press releases and links to other worldwide forensic sites.
Forestry USA
www.fs.fed.us
Forest Service contains details of News, programmes, fire information and reports, managing fires, and also the National Interagency Fire Centre Daily Report.
Freight transport IRELAND
www.eurofound.europa.eu/publications/htmlfiles/ef03102.htm
European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Condition's Report on the European Union
(EU) Road freight transport sector: Work and Employment conditions provides a snapshot of working conditions in the EU road freight transport sector, the trends and developments shaping the industry and the issues of concern. Based on analyses from the 15 Member States, the aim of this consolidated report is to analyse the work and employment conditions in the sector and to highlight major trends and changes in this area. Creating more and better jobs, while enhancing competitiveness is one of the major challenges facing the road freight transport sector. This report serves as a useful benchmark from which policymakers can shape a better, safer and more competitive future for the sector.
Frequently asked questions CANADA
www.ccohs.ca/oshanswers
A service from the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety. Covers a wide range of subjects - biological hazards, chemical and materials, diseases, disorders and injuries, ergonomics, personal protective equipment and much more... regular updates..... try it for yourself.
Frequently asked questions UK
www.nls.uk/info/readingrooms/askalibrarian.html
Ask a Librarian brings the resources of the UK public libraries to your desktop. You can email a factual question and
enquiries are dealt with as soon as possible, normally within 1-3 weeks.
H
Hand-arm Vibration: Health risks: Vibration White Finger (VWF) UK
www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/vibindex.htm
The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) vibration free leaflets.
Hand-arm Vibration: Health risks UK
www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/indg175.pdf
The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) vibration free leaflets IndG175 - Health risks from hand-arm vibration: advice for employers
Harassment at Work see Violence at Work
Harness Suspension see Fall Arrest Equipment
Hauliers Electronic Service Delivery for Abnormal Loads (ESDAL) UK
www.highways.gov.uk/esdal
The UK Highways Agency Electronic Service Delivery for Abnormal Loads (ESDAL) website is to help haulage companies plan their journeys when moving abnormal loads (if a load exceeds 2.9m wide, 18.65m long or 44 tonnes in gross weight, it is classed as an abnormal load in the UK). Legislation requires that vehicles and load movements that exceed standard dimensions need to be pre-notified to police, highway and bridge authorities, a process that currently involves millions of faxes being sent every year. ESDAL is streamlining this process using the latest technology, providing welcome relief to everyone involved in the movement of abnormal indivisible loads. Using ESDAL's innovative mapping system, Hauliers can easily identify the route they need to take, and get full details of all the organisations they will need to notify before making the movement.
Hazardous Drug Exposures in Healthcare USA
www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/hazdrug
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) topic website on Hazardous Drug Exposures in Healthcare. Traditional medications and bioengineered drugs can be hazardous to those who work with them. Healthcare workers who prepare or administer hazardous drugs, or who work in areas where these drugs are used or handled, may be exposed to these agents. Studies have associated workplace exposures to hazardous drugs with health effects such as skin rashes and adverse reproductive outcomes, and possibly leukemia and other cancers. Gives details of articles, publications and reports, health hazards and links to other sources.
Hazardous Goods UK
www.dft.gov.uk/pgr/freight/dgt1
UK Department for Transport (DfT) web site collects, analyses and publishes a wide range of information covering transport of dangerous goods by rail, road and water freight.
Hazardous Goods: Transport and Bulk Storage of Fireworks CHAF UK
www.chaf.info
Control of the Hazards Associated with the Transport and Bulk Storage of Fireworks. This website describes a European Union (EU) funded project,
CHAF, which aims to provide a better understanding of critical conditions that give rise to explosions in packaged fireworks, and improved methods of predicting performance in large scale storage. Annual sales of fireworks in the EU amount to tens of thousands of tonnes and similar quantities are held in storage. This project will provide a framework for the safe storage of bulk fireworks which will have direct benefits to the EU in terms of improving worker safety and reducing the work-related hazards to which members of the public are exposed. Also, reduction of the severity of large scale fireworks storage accidents will have beneficial environmental effects in terms of minimising the release of toxic fumes and reducing off site blast damage. Has links to other organisations.
Hazardous Substances see also Chemical
Safety
Hazardous Substances UK
www.hse.gov.uk/lau/lacs/g_l.htm
The UK Health and Safety Executive Local Authorities Enforcement Liaison Committee - HELA hazardous Substances pages contains a circular on polychlorinated biphenyls in fires.
Hazardous Substances Database Information System AUSTRALIA
http://hsis.ascc.gov.au
The Australian National Occupational Health and Safety Commission NOHSC has made available online a new Hazardous Substances Database Information System, which can provide hazard classification information for over 3,500 substances and the associated national exposure standards for over 580 atmospheric contaminants. The HSIS provides access to two data sets, one for hazardous substance information and the other for exposure standard information. The data for substances that are common to both data sets are linked. Both data sets can be searched using a range of search criteria. Search results (including the full data sets) can be printed or saved electronically.
Haz-Map USA
http://hazmap.nlm.nih.gov
National Library of Medicine occupational hazards database HAZ-Map. Can be
searched by: Hazardous Agents by types of agents, adverse effects and
alphabetically. Occupational Diseases by types of diseases, by jobs and symptoms
and alphabetically. High Risks jobs by types of jobs and alphabetically.
Health CANADA
www.healthworkandwellness.com
Health Work and Wellness website gives advice and guidance. Includes speakers' notes from October 2002 Conference and to other forthcoming events.
Health EUROPE
http://ec.europa.eu/health-eu/index_en.htm
European Commission presents the official public health portal of the European Union. that contains a wide range of information and data on health-related topics and activities.
Health: European Commission LUXEMBOURG
http://ec.europa.eu/health-eu/index_en.htm
The European Commission has launched a Health-EU portal to help people answer their health questions. The portal will provide a gateway to simple and sound information on 47 topics that range from babies' health to
bioterrorism, and from infectious diseases to health insurance. It is aimed at the general public, patients, healthcare professionals and scientists alike. Health and consumer protection Commissioner Markos Kyprianou said: "The portal is a very large project bringing together all EU member states as well as EFTA nations, international organisations and NGOs. Web surfers will have access to over 40,000 links to trustworthy sources. The translation of the portal into all 20 official EU languages means that up to 1.5 billion people worldwide can use it to help them to make healthy choices."
Health USA
www.nih.gov
US National Institutes of Health website provided about the various Institutes and their work . Wealth information resources, including: health information, scientific resources, grants and funding, news and events. A-Z index of NIH health resources, clinical trials, health hotlines,
MEDLINEplus, drug information
Health and Safety AFRICA
www.sheafrica.info
SHE Africa.info the official web site for the World Health Organization (WHO) and International Labour Organization
(ILO) Joint effort on Occupational Health and Safety in Africa. Covers: Human resource development focused on capacity building; National policies, programmes and legislation; Information, research and awareness raising; and Promotion of occupational health and safety in particularly hazardous occupations, vulnerable groups (including informal sector workers and children) and in newly transferred technologies.
Health and safety AUSTRIA
www.auva.or.at
Austrian Workers' Compensation Board AUVA is also the International Labour Office Health and Safety National Centre for Austria.
Health and Safety AUSTRALIA
www.ehs.uts.edu.au/AUSA
The Australasian University Safety Association gives details of its constitution setting out its aims, principles and activities.
Health and Safety AUSTRALIA
www.nt.gov.au/dbird/dib/wha
The Australia Northern Territory Government Department of Employment, Education and Training covers Work Health and obligations, Workers' Compensation and Electrical Safety. Also includes courses available for employers, workers and the public.
Australian Safety and Compensation Council ASCC AUSTRALIA
www.ascc.gov.au
Through a partnership of government, unions and industry the ASCC leads
and coordinates national efforts to: prevent workplace death, injury and
disease; improve workers' compensation arrangements; and improve the
rehabilitation and return to work of injured workers. The ASCC also:
provides a national forum for State and Territory governments, employers
and employees to consult and participate in the development of policies
relating to OHS and workers' compensation matters; and promotes national
consistency in the OHS and workers' compensation regulatory framework.
Health and safety AUSTRALIA
www.acohs.com.au
Australian Centre for Occupational Health & Safety aimed and people and organisations in the agricultural, petrochemical, construction, shipping industries. Offers material safety datasheet, chemical safety solutions, substance labelling, drugs and poisons information. Links with other organisations, gives news and events.
Health and safety AUSTRALIA
www.vic.gov.au
Victoria WorkCover Authority gives information about news, regulations, codes of practice, guidance notes, alerts, publications, special projects, prosecutions, contact details and addresses, related sites, and other information.
Health and safety AUSTRALIA
www.workcover.com
WorkCover Corporation of South gives information about publications, information sheets and brochures, Approved Codes of Practice, reports and papers, Health and Safety Bulletin, services, links and other information.
Health and safety AUSTRALIA
www.workcover.nsw.gov.au
WorkCover New South Wales gives information about publications, Frequently Asked Questions, Workers Compensation Insurance, Workplace Injury Management, testing and certification, services, links and other information.
Health and safety AUSTRALIA
www.worksafe.wa.gov.au
Worksafe Western Australia arguably one of the best OSH sites containing thousands of pages of constantly updated information. One of the features of Safetyline is the interactive self test packages, whereby the user can become a "Graduate in Safety and Health Law". Offers a variety of training at all levels from schoolchildren to adults.
Health and Safety BANGLADESH
www.oshebd.org
Bangladesh Occupational Safety, Health and Environment (OSHE) Foundation established in December 2003 as a specialized OSH centre at national level by workers initiative. The mission of the OSHE Foundation is to assist the workers organizations in different industrial sector defend their rights on safety and health issue, contribute towards sustainable environmental development, increase safety awareness among workers and promote safety culture and put into practice at work places. The goal is to deliver effective support and services to workers on OSH issues through the participation oriented safety improvement approach. National OSH Resource Centre in labour market, the OSHE Foundation is continuously developing itself to serve as a specialized key resource center on OSH issues in labour market and society.
Health and Safety BELGIUM
www.eucomed.be/?x=4&y=46
European Medical Technology Industry Association (EUCOMED) pages dedicated to safety topics.
Health and safety BELGIUM
www.prevent.be
Prevent - Institute for Occupational Safety and Health contains a wide range of information and activities.
Health and Safety BELGIUM
www.labourline.org
Labourline is the result of a common project on European labour information
resources developed by the ETUI and the TUTB Documentation Centres. The
consolidated bibliographic database contains two main orientations. As of
September 2002, it comprises more than 12,000 references to documents on health
and safety issues as well as more than 18,000 references to documents focusing
on industrial relations.
Health and safety CANADA
www.asstsas.qc.ca
Association pour la Sante et la Securite du Travail Secteur Affaires Sociales - ASSTSAS list services, publications and conferences.
Health and safety CANADA
www.ccohs.ca
Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety provides useful information about CCOHS and its' services and products. Has Frequently Asked Questions and subject listings on a range of topics. Lists other related health and safety sites on the web as well as information on Internet tools and searchers. This site also provides links to the ILO/CIS home page and the European Agency for Health and Safety at Work.
Health and safety CANADA
www.christie.ab.ca/safelist
Christie Communications presents a very wide range of occupational safety and health services, information, training and products, with extensive range of links.
Health and Safety CANADA
www.irsst.qc.ca/en/home.html
Occupational Health and Safety Research Institute (IRSST) scientific activities are concentrated in seven research fields: accidents, chemical substances and biological agents, musculoskeletal disorders, noise and vibration, protective equipment, occupational rehabilitation, safety of industrial tools, machines and processes. More than 1 000 research reports are available for free download. The Institute is located in Montreal (QC), Canada. For more information about
IRSST subscribe at
l'Info IRSST and you will receive a monthly newsletter with the latest information.
Health and safety CANADA
www.gov.mb.ca/labour/safety/index.html
Workplace Safety and Health Division, Manitoba list all the various publications including agriculture topics, Bulletins and links to other links to other Canadian occupational safety and health web sites.
Health and Safety CHILE
www.ispch.cl
Instituto de Salud Pública de Chile offers a range of services, including the Information Services that is also the International Labour Office Health and Safety Information (CIS) Centre.
Health and safety CYPRUS
www.cysha.org.cy
Cyprus Safety and Health Association activities, aims, policy framework on road safety, gives names of contacts, links and other useful contacts.
Health and safety CZECH REPUBLIC
www.szu.cz
The National Institute of Public Health (NIPH) is a health care establishment
whose main tasks are health promotion and protection, disease prevention and
environmental impact on the health of the population. Covers science and
research, health topics, publications, Centres, WHO collaborating centres and
activities.
Health and safety DENMARK
www.at.dk
Danish Working Environment Arbejdstilsynet contains details of the activities, the Working Environment Information Centre is part of the International Labour Office CIS Network of Health and Safety Information Centres.
Health and safety EGYPT
www.niosh.gov.eg
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health lists major activities, including scientific and applied research, training, advisory field services and Information Centre. The Information Centre is part of the International Labour Office CIS Network of Health and Safety Information Centres.
Health and safety ESTONIA
www.sm.ee
Estonian Working Environment Guide to contacts, information sources, publications, legislation and other information. Member of the Baltic Sea Network on Occupational Health and Safety.
Health and safety FINLAND
www.ttl.fi
Finnish Institute of Occupational Health very informative site which links to other worldwide sites. Contains links to a number of electronic journals produced by FIOH.
Health and safety FINLAND
http://turva.me.tut.fi/english
Lists activities, publications, research and many links to other sites.
Health and Safety FRANCE
www.cnpp.com
Centre National de Prevention et de Protection - The National Center for Prevention and Protection
(CNPP) is a professional body, recognized by the insurance companies, which develops, disseminates and assesses knowledge and know-how in personal safety, tangible and intangible property safety and environmental safety in every activity and environment. CNPP expertise applies particularly to risk management, general safety, fire, environmental issues, technological risks, burglary and health and safety at work. The CNPP also operates on an international level including involvement in European bodies, cooperation agreements and as a member of international networks.
Health and safety FRANCE
www.eurogip.fr
Groupement de l'Institution Prévention de la Sécurité sociale pour l'Europe (Eurogip) Public interest grouping
(groupement d'intérêt public) formed in 1991 by the National Health Insurance Fund for Employees (CNAMTS) and the National Research and Safety Institute (INRS)
with its mandate renewed in 2001.
Health and safety FRANCE
www.inrs.fr
Institut National de Recerche et de Securite INRS is a major research organisation offers training, exhibitions, related sites, consultancy and expertise, events. The Information Services is the International Labour Office Health and Safety National Centres.
Health and Safety FRANCE
www.oecd.org/document/21/0,2340,en_2649_34365_1862357_1_1_1_1,00.html
Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) website focuses on Environmental Health and Safety issues. The website includes a News and a Publications section, information on the OECD Chemicals Programme, Chemical Accidents Programme, Pesticides, Lead in Gasoline, a Biotechnology regulatory section, etc.
Health and Safety GERMANY
www.asw-online.de
ASW - Arbeitgemeinschaft fur Sichergeit der Wirtschaft e.V. (Association for Safety and Security of Trade and Industry) is a central organization of trade and industry in questions of safety and security. It was founded by associations of trade and industry and the associations for safety and security of the federal states. The ASW looks after the safety and security interests of trade and industry against political and administrative authorities and supports the active cooperation between organizations of trade and industry and the government.
Health and safety GERMANY
www.baua.de
Bundessanstalt fur Arbeitsschutz BAuA or Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health FIOSH as it is known in English is the major OSH institute, site covers research results, databases on research, reports and projects. Practical solutions, applications, publications, details about the Notification Unit to the Chemicals Act and European Network Workplace Health Promotion. Partly available in English language.
Health and safety GERMANY
www.baua.de/info/index.htm
Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health offers selected information on a number fields of safety and health, e.g. noise/vibrations, work-related diseases, occupational health protection etc.
Health and safety GERMANY
www.euroshnet.org
European Occupational Safety and Health Network - EUROSHNET is a network of European occupational safety and health experts active in standardisation, testing, certification or applied research.
The purpose is to facilitate contact and exchange of information between occupational safety and health experts.
Health and safety GERMANY
www.gksoft.com/govt/en
Lists government websites from over 220 countries. Classified under Worldwide Governments, European Governments, African Governments, American Governments, Asian Governments, Oceanian Governments. There are some multi-government institutions also listed.
Health and Safety GERMANY
www.hvbg.de/e/bia
Berufsgenossenschaftliches Institute fur Arbeitssicherheit site contains various GESTIS databases on hazardous substances and complete reports on up-to-date research topics "BGIA reports", a number of these are in English. They provide results of the German BGs (institutions for statutory accident insurance and prevention). Reports can be downloaded or ordered free of charge via the BGIA's publication database.
Health and Safety GREECE
www.elinyae.gr
Hellenic Institute for Health and Safety at Work (Elinyae) in Athens. Gives only the address and contact details.
Health and safety HONG KONG
www.labour.gov.hk/eng/osh/content.htm
Hong Kong Government Labour Department Occupational Safety and Health Branch site contains details on the Occupational Safety Service, the Occupational Health Service, Boiler and Pressure Vessels Division, OSH Training Centre and courses available, talks, Occupational Health Clinic, statistics and Internet links.
Health and safety HONG KONG
www.oshc.org.uk
Occupational Safety and Health Council in Hong Kong site contains details of the Council's activities and links to many other Hong Kong sites. Bilingual index in English and Chinese.
Health and safety HUNGARY
www.munkavedelem.hu
www.mutt.hu
Hungary Public Foundation for Research on Occupational Safety two sites both offer - in Hungarian - news, activities, information links to other organisations. The Centre is the ILO CIS National Centre for Hungary.
Health and safety ICELAND
www.vinnueftirlit.is
National Occupational Health and Safety contains a wealth of information including an overview of the occupational health and safety regulatory system in Iceland, provide access to up-to-date national OSH information on legislation and regulations, good practice solutions to workplace safety problems, research, statistics, training and other fields.
Health and Safety INTERNATIONAL
www.inshpo.org
International Network of Safety and Health Practitioner Organisations - INSHPO. Members include: American Society of Safety Engineers
(ASSE), America Canadian Society of Safety Engineering, Canada Industrial Foundation for Accident Prevention
(IFAP), Australia Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), UK Institution of Occupational Safety and Health Management
(IOSHM), Mauritius Safety Institute of Australia (SIA), Australia. Membership of INSHPO is open to generalist professional safety and health practitioner organisations throughout the world, but it is not open to individual practitioners.
Health and safety IRELAND
www.eurofound.europa.eu
European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions contains extensive information, European Working Conditions Survey results, publications, research projects. The Foundation is a European Commission Agency. A useful site with links to others worldwide.
Health and safety IRELAND
www.hsa.ie
Health and Safety Authority responsibilities and activities. Extensive site, containing the full text of publications, guidance and advice, forms, news, diary of events and links to national and international sites. HSA is the International Labour Office ILO Health and Safety Network National Centre, and also the Focal Point for the European Agency network.
Health and safety IRELAND
www.ibec.ie
Irish Business and Employers Confederation contains details of the activities, and also health and safety guidance and advice.
Health and Safety IRELAND
www.nsc.ie
Ireland's National Safety Council promotes road and fire safety. Sites includes information on campaigns, publications, statistics.
Health and safety ISRAEL
www.osh.org.il
Israel Institute for Occupational Safety and Hygiene Information sources, some information in English, mostly the site is in Hebrew. Useful contacts.
Health and safety ITALY
www.regione.emilia-romagna.it/agenziasan/pps
Health Documentation Centre - Centro Documentazione per la Salute contains information on services, products, events, publications, contacts and links.
Health and safety ITALY
www.ispesl.it
Istituto Superiore per la Prevenzine e la Sicurezza del Lavoro contains extensive information, research results, publications, legislation, information. The Information Centre is part of the International Labour Office CIS Network of Health and Safety Information Centres.
Health and Safety JAPAN
www.jaish.gr.jp/eng/index.html
Japan Advanced Information Center of Safety and Health widely supports safety
and health promotion activities at the workplace by providing a range of
information on its website including free leaflets on a range of subject topics
such as comfortable workplace examples, material safety datasheets, news,
events, videos and links to other sources.
Health and Safety JAPAN
www.jniosh.go.jp/icpro/jicosh-old/english
Japan International Center for Occupational Safety and Health offers a range of
safety and health information sources including the English version of Japanese
Industrial Safety and Health Law. It also offers OSH videos online.
Health and safety JAPAN
www.jisha.or.jp
Japan Industrial Safety and Health Association aims, objectives, activities and training. JISHA is also the International Labour Office Health and Safety National Centre.
Health and safety JAPAN
www.nihs.go.jp
National Institute of Health Sciences includes chemical information sources on the GINC database, health information, and information about the Institute and its activities. Extensive links to Japanese sites including universities, and also to international sites.
Health and Safety JERSEY
www.gov.je/HealthWell/HealthSafety
Jersey States Government Health and Safety advice or guidance about food hygiene, road safety, or being safe in the home, you can find it in this section. You can also learn about fire regulations and the use of smoke detectors, dealing with hazardous substances and maintaining safety in the community.
Health and safety KOREA
www.kosha.or.kr/eng/english.htm
Korea Occupational Safety and Health Agency site lists activities, Newsletter, OSH Act and other regulations. KOSHA is also the International Labour Office Health and Safety National Centre. Site is also available in English language in addition to Korean language.
Health and safety LATVIA
http://home.parks.lv/ioeh/
Details of the Institute of Occupational and Environmental Health and other organisations, legislation, information, training courses. Member of the Baltic Sea Network on Occupational Health and Safety.
Health and safety LITHUANIA
www.balticseaosh.net
Details of the Lithuanian Occupational Medicine Center, other organisations, statistics and legislation. Member of the Baltic Sea Network on Occupational Health and Safety.
Health and Safety LUXEMBOURG
http://europe.osha.eu.int/systems/strategies/future
The European Agency for Safety and Health at Work special web feature has been
set up in order to keep you informed of the latest developments on the new
European Union Strategy on Safety and Health. The European Commission in March
2002 published a Communication, "Adapting to change in work and society: a
new Community strategy on health and safety at work 2002-2006", on this
issue.
Health and Safety MALTA
www.ohsa.org.mt
Malta's Occupational Health and Safety Authority Board and the Occupational Health and Safety Authority Executive website gives details of the legislation, publications, courses, frequently asked questions
(FAQs).
Health and safety MEXICO
www.stps.gob.mx
La Secretaría del Trabajo y Previsión Social site contains information on legislation, statistics, activities, publications and events.
Health and safety NETHERLANDS
www.arbeidsinspectie.nl
Dutch Labour Inspectorate covers the work, latest information and other links.
Health and safety NETHERLANDS
www.arbeid.tno.nl
TNO Work and Employment covers research and consultancy, publications and other information.
Health and safety NETHERLANDS
www.tno.nl
TNO is a Dutch based organisation offering training in occupational safety and health, also carries out research and technical projects in a wide range of subject areas.
Health and safety NEW ZEALAND
www.osh.do.govt.nz/index.html
Occupational Safety and Health Service of the Department of Labour details publications, training and education resources, health and safety law and hazards.
Health and safety NORTHERN IRELAND
www.hseni.gov.uk
Health and Safety Executive, Northern Ireland gives information about news, guidance notes, press releases, publications, contact details and addresses, related sites, and other information and other information.
Health and safety NORWAY
http://no.osha.europa.eu
National Occupational Health and Safety site contains a wealth of information including an overview of the occupational health and safety regulatory system in Norway, provides access to up-to-date national OSH information on legislation and regulations, good practice solutions to workplace safety problems, research, statistics, training and other fields.
Health and Safety PHILIPPINES
www.oshc.dole.gov.ph
Philippines Occupational Safety and Health Center-DOLE is the national authority in the prevention of work-related accidents and diseases. Website features the centre's activities in research, training, legislation, information activities and technical services, including the Information Services that is also the International Labour Office Health and Safety Information (CIS) Centre. There is an extensive list of events.
Health and safety POLAND
www.ciop.waw.pl
Central Institute for Labour Protection site contains details of the Institute's activities, training, research and accreditation services, publications including the Journal of Safety and Ergonomics - JOSE. CIOP Information Services is also the International Labour Office Health and Safety National Centre.
Health and Safety PORTUGAL
www.ishst.pt
Instituto para a Segurança, Higiene e Saúde no Trabalho (ISHST) has a range of information covering news, inspections, campaigns etc.
Health and safety RUSSIA
www.safework.ru
Centre for Occupational and Industrial Safety and Social Partnership for St Peterburg and Leningrad Region contains news, information resources, training opportunities and other information in both English and Russian. Also includes dedicated site to the Centre's work as the International Labour Office Health and Safety Information Collaboration Centre in Russia.
Health and safety RUSSIA
www.balticseaosh.net/country_page.php?country=ru&id=47
Details of the St. Petersburg Medical Academy of Postgraduate Studies, background information. Member of the Baltic Sea Network on Occupational Health and Safety.
Health and Safety SINGAPORE
www.mom.gov.sg
Singapore Occupational Safety & Health Division, Ministry of Manpower's website has been given a new look along with several improvements, including improved layout, better navigation, clear and concise content and a better search function.
Health and safety SOUTH AFRICA
www.asosh.org/index.htm
Association of Societies for Occupational Safety and Health in South and Southern Africa ASOSH site gives details of the societies in the association, careers, education, legislation, standards, products and services. There are also events and programmes listings plus world links, including a list of the some of the best sites in the world.
Health and Safety SOUTH AFRICA
www.iosm.org
The Institute of Safety Management, South Africa, that was established in 1952, currently has some 500 members situated in 12 branches around South Africa. Its members are drawn from a wide spectrum of associated disciplines such as industrial safety practitioners, occupational hygienists, nurses and doctors, security managers, fire experts, risk management consultants etc. employed in industries across the board. Its main aim and objective is to improve the quality of service rendered by its members through education and training, by representing its members at government and employer level and by generally striving to enhance their professional status. IoSM is an equal partner together with the Southern African Institute for Occupational Hygiene
(SAIOH) and the Mine Ventilation Society of South Africa (MVSSA) in the establishment of the Registration Board for Occupational Hygiene, Safety and Associated Professionals
(OHSAP) and is at present engaged in a process of establishing minimum standards of competence within the National Qualifications Framework
(NQF) as prescribed by the SA Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
Health and Safety SOUTH AFRICA
www.safety1st.org.za
The Safety First Association was founded in 1932 by Sir Ernest Oppenheimer, the mayor of Johannesburg and other leading industrialists who felt there was a great need to form an association which would promote Safety in industry, on the road and at home. Site covers publications, posters, cartoon booklets, what's new and links to journals.
Health and safety SPAIN
www.mtas.es/insht/en/index_en.htm
Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo (INSHT) web site in English and Spanish has information on documentation. regulations, organisations. training, statistics, studies and research, laboratories and quality control and links of interest.
Health and safety SRI LANKA
www.empfed.lk/health.htm
The Employers' Federation of Ceylon (EFC) is a collaborating Centre for the International Labour Office Health and Safety Information Centre. EFC is active in occupational safety and health.
Health and Safety SWEDEN
www.av.se/inenglish
Swedish Work Environment Authority site contains information on legislation, statistics, publications, news, topics and links.
Health and safety SWITZERLAND
www.ilo.org
International Labour Organisation site contains the Conventions and Recommendations which are continually being developed. For the full text of these go to the above web site then click onto the International Labour Standards heading then go to the Conventions and Recommendations or look at the list.
Health and safety SWITZERLAND
www.ilo.org/cis
International Labour Organisation Health and Safety Centre CIS lists CIS products and services, useful addresses of CIS national and collaborating centres world wide. There are also various Occupational Safety and Health Resources.
Health and safety SWITZERLAND
www.ciscentres.org
International Occupational Safety and Health Information Centres (CIS) and its National and Collaborating Centres which are located all over the world. The goal of this Network is to help its members and the rest of the world to find information from the participating countries on subjects related to occupational safety and health (OSH). The CIS Centres Information Network can be accessed in three languages (English, French and Spanish).
Health and Safety SWITZERLAND
www.osha-focalpoint.ch
National Occupational Health and Safety site contains a wealth of information including an overview of the occupational health and safety regulatory system in Switzerland, provides access to up-to-date national OSH information on legislation and regulations, good practice solutions to workplace safety problems, research, statistics, training and other fields.
Health and Safety SWITZERLAND
www.swissi.ch
Swiss Institute of Safety & Security for risk management and corporate safety and security, works hand in hand with the business world, insurance companies and the authorities for the purpose of loss prevention. The objective is to promote safety and security, fire and explosion protection, process safety, occupational safety, environmental protection, intruder protection) in industrial, commercial and service sector operations in all fields of business. The Swiss Institute cooperates closely with various research bodies and trade and professional organizations, and constantly exchanges information with numerous international safety and security organizations.
Health and safety THAILAND
www.ilo.org/public/english/region/asro/bangkok/asiaosh/country/thailand/fda/b.htm#nice
National Institute for the Improvement of Working Conditions and Environment.
Details of the organisation and its activities which is also the International Labour Office Health and Safety National Centre.
Health and safety THAILAND
www.oshthai.org
National Institute for the Improvement of Working Conditions and Environment NICE, Thailand. Details of the organisation and its activities which is also the International Labour Office Health and Safety National Centre.
Health and safety TUNISIA
www.isst.nat.tn
The Tunisian Institute for Health and Safety in the Workplace contains details
on medical and technical assistance available from the Institute, the
Laboratories, research and studies being undertaken, training and information.
Available in both English and French. The Institute is also the Tunisian
National Centre for the International Labour Office Health and Safety
Information Centres network.
Health and safety UK
www.bsif.co.uk
British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF) website is designed to give
members and non-members of the Federation access to a wide range of
useful information. In it you will find details on the BSIF, its
structure and activities. There are also useful links to other safety
related sites and a full listing of member companies with links to
individual company websites where these are available.
Health and safety UK
www.businesslink.gov.uk
Business Link offers comprehensive occupational safety and health
advice, usually with links related to the Health and Safety Executive
(HSE) publications as well as to the Health and Safety Performance
indicator.
Health and safety UK
www.eca.co.uk
The Electrical Contractors' Association (ECA) UK, working closely with
the HVCA and SELECT, is a leading player on health and safety. It works
with a range of other partners, including HSE and Amicus, to enable ECA
members to comply with health and safety law and win the business
benefits of cost-effective health and safety management. See also www.eca.co.uk/IndustryGuidance/HealthAndSafety
- health and safety section directs you to ECA's pick of the other
internet sites. These sites provide high quality, free health and safety
advice and information, including information of particular relevance to
electrical contracting work.
Health and safety UK
www.eef.org.uk
Engineering Employers Federation services reflect the breadth and depth
of their knowledge: Human Resources (HR) and Legal; Health and Safety;
Environmental Services; Training and Development; Policy and
Representation; and Information and Research. The OSH (Occupational
Safety and Health) Benchmarking tool www.eef.org.uk/eef/ohskpi
allows member companies to compare their occupational health and safety
performance for against other member companies who have also entered
their annual OH&S performance results. By responding to these
questions, you will be able to get an immediate report that compares
your performance against the data gathered so far.
Health and safety UK
www.fsb.org.uk
Federation of Small Businesses UK has an occupational safety and health
committee that is primarily a lobbying body. Has pages devoted to safety
and health topics.
Health and safety UK
www.iod.com
Institute of Directors UK has various Directors' Briefings on various
topics including risk assessment, as well as policy papers on topical
subject.
Health and safety UK
www.sahw.co.uk
Safe and Healthy Working is part of the Scottish Centre for Healthy
Working Lives and provides a free and confidential occupational health
and safety service for small and medium sized enterprises in Scotland.
Health and safety UK
www.safetygroupsuk.org.uk
Safety Groups UK mission is to ensure that health and safety groups are
key players in the UK health and safety system and in the delivery of UK
health and safety strategy. The organisation, established in 1947, and
formerly called The National Health & Safety Groups Council is the
co-ordinating body for the network of local Occupational Health and
Safety Groups located throughout the UK.
Health and safety UK
www.shaw.uk.com
Scotland's Health at Work is a National Award Programme which rewards
employers who demonstrate commitment to improving the health and
ultimately the performance of their workforce.
Health and Safety UK
www.sohsa.org.uk
Sheffield Occupational Health and Safety Association (SOHSA) UK mission is to protect people's health and safety by ensuring risks in the changing workplace are properly controlled. They look after health and safety in nuclear installations and mines, factories, farms, hospitals and schools, offshore gas and oil installations, the safety of the gas grid and the movement of dangerous goods and substances, railway safety, and many other aspects of the protection both of workers and the public. The Sheffield Occupational Health & Safety Association, established in 1922, are committed to helping businesses, and individuals involved in health and safety, to achieve a level of knowledge and awareness, which will enable them to improve their health and safety performance.
Health and safety UK
www.workplacehealthconnect.co.uk
Workplace Health Connect is a UK government-funded advice service.
Health and Safety UK
www.usha.org.uk
The UK Universities Safety & Health Association gives details of its constitution, history, members, what's new and other activities, plus details of the Executive Committee.
Health and safety UK
www.britishsafetycouncil.org
British Safety Council offer a wide range of activities, training courses and publications including the monthly magazine Safety Management.
Health and safety UK
www.direct.gov.uk
Government Information Sources site provides links to UK government departments and agencies.
Health and safety UK
www.hse.gov.uk
Health and Safety Executive Information Service extensive site, gives information about news, guidance notes, press releases, publications, special projects, prosecutions, contact details and addresses, related sites, and other information. The Information Service is the ILO Health and Safety Information Centre.
Health and Safety UK
www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/indg343.pdf
The UK Health and Safety Executive guidance on the responsibilities for health and safety of directors of companies
Health and safety UK
www.agius.com/hew
Health, Environment and Work lists a range if useful links and sources, particularly useful for those in the education sector.
Health and safety UK
www.pcpoh.bham.ac.uk/ioem
Institute of Occupational Health University of Birmingham gives details of the courses, seminars, training, research and publications.
Health and safety UK
www.iosh.co.uk
Institution of Occupational Safety and Health lists various goals, activities, events and publications, including the Journal of the Institution with abstracts and archive file. Chat Forum helps members with their workplace problems.
Health and safety UK
www.ilo.org/london
International Labour Office London Office covers information especially for the UK and Ireland, Projects, Newsletter, publications, ILO Conventions, and links.
Health and Safety UK
www.lhc.org.uk
London Hazards Centre is a resource for Londoners fighting health and safety hazards in their workplace and community, but can be for others seeking health and safety information. Handbooks, fact sheets, online resources are updated regularly.
Health and Safety UK
www.rospa.com
Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents RoSPA has a wide range of
services, publications and training courses for safety and health at
work, water and leisure, education and at home. RoSPA Information
Services database is available in OSH UPDATE www.oshupdate.com.
Health and safety UK
www.safchemhaz.co.uk
Safchem Services is a distributor for health, safety, fire, chemical and environment databases, software etc. See for the latest information sources available and ordering of CD-ROMs and Internet based services etc.
Health and safety UK
www.shebuyersguide.com
Safety Health and Environment Buyers Guide is an online service for practitioners who need safety, health, environment, fire, chemicals, protective equipment and other products. Contains two major sources of information - alphabetical list of suppliers and list of products.
Health and safety UK
www.suzylamplugh.org
Suzy Lamplugh Trust is a national charity for personal safety. It aims to create a safer society and enable people to live safe lives, providing practical personal safety advice for everyone, everyday, everywhere.
Health and safety UK
www.aston.ac.uk
University of Aston in Birmingham Health and Safety Unit is a centre of excellence for teaching and research in the management health and safety. Enjoys an international reputation for its professional training of safety and health specialists. The site details the taught programmes as well as those provides on a flexible basis, on Campus, full-time or part-time and by distance learning whether part-time or full-time. In addition there are short course modules and bespoke industrial courses.
Health and safety UK
www.dwp.gov.uk
Work and Pensions Department, UK government was formed on 8 June 2001 from parts of the former Department of Social Security, parts of the former Department for Education and Employment and the Employment Service.
Health and safety
UK
www.oshworld.com
OSHWorld Portal leads to a wide range of information on fire, health,
safety, environment, chemical and other related sources. Contains
editorials, articles, diary of events, reference shelf, products,
services and hundreds of links to other validated and authoritative
sources.
Health and safety UK
www.hse.gov.uk/lau/lacs
The Local Authorities Enforcement Liaison Committee of the UK Health and Safety Executive issue a series of informative Local Authority Circulars covering a wide range of subjects ranging from asbestos to vibration. Regularly updated as the legislation alters.
Health and safety UK
www.hse.gov.uk/workers/index.htm
Workers Web pages launched by the UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is intended to give employees access to information about workplace health and safety. Covers roles and responsibilities of workers and employers regarding health and safety. The web site includes many HSE information leaflets that can be printed from the site.
Health and Safety UK
www.worksmart.org.uk
Trades Union Congress Worksmart site is aimed at employees and provides a one-stop-shop for helpful advice and information about the world or work, including employment law, health and safety and a range of other topics such as
teleworking, summer heat, colds and flue, careworking, voice damage, risks associated with flying. There is a Jargon Buster that defines terms of employment etc.
Health and Safety UK
www.workplacehealthconnect.co.uk
The UK Health and Safety Executive Workplace Health Connect service is designed to help tackle and reduce the incidence of work related ill-health in England and Wales and principally lead to a 6% reduction in the incidence rate of workplace related ill-health and a 9% reduction in the number of days lost due to injuries and ill-health. The service will be delivered in partnership with the Health and Safety Executive. The
Adviceline, which covers England and Wales, gives free, detailed and tailored practical advice to callers - both smaller business employers and workers - on workplace health, safety and return to work issues. Smaller businesses are defined as employing between five and 250 people. In Scotland, Healthy Working Lives (formerly Safe and Healthy Working) is available to smaller businesses, offering a similar service to Workplace Health Connect. The service in Scotland can be accessed on 0800 019 2211 see www.healthscotland.com/hwl.
Health and Safety USA
www.ciscentres.org/en/welcome/USA
The US National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health NIOSH is the International Labour Office Health and Safety Information Centre - known as CIS Centres, in the USA.. Gives details of relevant legislation, good practice, topics, publications, news, statistics and also links to other similar web sites.
Health and safety USA
www.fedworld.gov
Updated with a wide selection of US Federal Services, databases, government reports, links to National Technical Information Services NTIS and others.
Health and safety USA
www.firstgov.gov
Firstgov is an excellent, innovative one stop portal gives access to millions of pages of US Government information from local, state and federal government agency web sites. All the Government information available on the Internet will be added as agencies continue to post new information on their web sites. In particular there is a major link to SafeUSA which envisions a nation in which people are safe wherever they are: Safe at Home, School, in the Community, on the Move and at Work. It also lists the New Federal Safety Hotline - toll-free 1 888 252 7751 for answers to any safety question. A live person will answer questions or refer to someone who can. There is also a World Factbook linking from a main heading The US in the World giving extensive details about countries around the world.
Health and safety USA
www.labsafety.com
Lab Safety Supplies Inc site is useful for summaries from and links to Federal Register Weekly. Full text.
Health and safety USA
www.osha.gov/SLTC/index.html
Links from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration information to many other safety and health organisations and resources.
Health and safety USA
www.nih.gov
National Institute of Health comprises a number of institutes such as the National Institute on Deafness and other Communication Disorders and National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences. Explore the NIH site for useful information about the organization, their research partners, laboratories and facilities, training programs, grants and services, as well as future research.
Health and safety USA
www.cdc.gov/niosh/homepage.html
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health web pages provide comprehensive contacts to other related web sites, a compendium of their questionnaires, information on their meeting and conferences, as well as their publications, training services, and their latest activities. This site covers a huge amount of data including information on the organizations responsibilities, from evaluating hazards in the workplace to recommendations to protect workers in the US.
Health and Safety USA
www.cdc.gov/niosh/docs/chartbook
US National Institute for Occupational Health and Safety NIOSH The Workers' Health Chartbook 2004
[DHHS (NIOSH) Publication No. 2004-146] consolidates information on the incidence and prevalence of work-related illnesses, injuries and deaths from the network of injury and illness surveillance tracking systems in the U.S. and is designed for agencies, organizations, employers, researchers, workers and others who need an authoritative reference source on occupational injuries and illnesses.
Health and safety USA
www.nsc.org
National Safety Council offers information about the NSC activities, Chapters and Divisions, products and services, online library, publications and a directory.
Health and safety USA
www.ntis.gov
National Technical Information Service Central source for scientific, technical and business-related US Government information. Details a wide range of information including health, environment and military publications, all of which is produced by or for the US Government. Variety of formats including, paper, audiovisual, microfiche, diskette, CD-ROM and online.
Health and safety USA
http://grc.ntis.gov/
National Technical Information Service offer databases available on flexible subscriptions, day pass and annual through the Government Research Center partnership. Also offers 30 day free trial offer. The aim is to provide a single access point to valuable government information. Databases include AGRICOLA, NIOSHTIC database, NTIS and RTECS -Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances.
Health and safety USA
www.osha.gov
Occupational Safety and Health Administration extensive collection of regulations, technical documents, guidelines, protocols and other items related to safety and health. Offers information on their training programs, technical information, standards and related documents, and OSHA's Computerised Information System OCIS..
Health and safety USA
http://psyche.uthct.edu/ous/BiolRes.html
University of Texas Department of Occupational Environment Medicine and Department of Occupational Health web pages cover their latest programs and activities including recycling, Material safety datasheets MSDS, chemical fact sheets, and The Institutional Biosafety Committee Handbook.
Health and Safety USA
http://spewingforth.blogspot.com
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