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Details of the seminar series improved for 2008. A major change to the
accompanying the Health and Safety 08 Sandown event’s seminar programme is
event at Sandown Park in Esher, Surrey on the introduction of some new elements
the 26th and 27th February 2008 have that reflect the latest thinking in regard to
been announced. The programme at this occupational health.
regional series of events, sponsored by The breadth of information available at
DuPont™, will encompass occupational Health and Safety 08 is especially
health information and offer practical impressive. As well as occupational health
advice as well as an exhibition. and the latest legislation there are a whole
The free seminar programme, delivered host of practical seminars which discuss
by industry experts and by IOSH members the continuing problems that people face
representing the London Metropolitan in their day to day working lives. The full
branch, proved to be one of the most seminar programme is available to view at
popular elements of the event in 2007 and www.healthandsafetyevents.co.uk. Slashvancosts
Texecomoutgrowsoriginalpremises
Mercedes-Benz dealers across the
UK are working with businesses in the
trade and logistics industries to assist
Texecom, the UK range of high quality them to dramatically cut their vehicle
manufacturer of award security products. costs in 2008.
winning intruder alarm With product A new finance offering on the Vito
equipment, has availability in over 90 van from Mercedes-Benz CharterWay
announced the countries, Texecom means the trade and logistics
relocation of staff based provides security industries can drive away their new
in its Manchester office systems that protect vehicle from only £39.99 a week.
to the main Texecom people and property According to research from the AA,
facility in Haslingden, around the globe. petrol hit 103.03 pence per litre,
Lancashire. Texecom has overtaking the previous all-time high
The office in recently expanded its of 102.92 set on Boxing Day 2007.
Chorlton, Manchester UK based Diesel, at 107.95 pence per litre, was
was the original start-up location for manufacturing operations due to the marginally below its record of 108.00
Texecom when it was founded in 1986. ongoing growth of the company, driven by pence per litre, set in December 2007.
Texecom has since grown into an industry- the continued and increasing popularity of However, the Vito has been proven
leading manufacturer with a complete its products and services. www.texe.com and classified as being the most fuel
efficient in its class, setting a new
record of 55mpg in the 2007 AA/ALD
200thSP203company
Automotive MPG Marathon. In the
category for medium-sized vans
between 2.6 and 2.99 tonnes,
Mercedes Vitos took the first
BAFE, the non-profit making presented with its certificate by the North two places.
organisation dedicated to improving Devon Area Commander, Devon & And, while presenting an affordable
quality in fire protection, has announced a Somerset Fire & Rescue Service. purchase price, the Vito offers the
significant milestone, with the registration SP203 is a modular scheme for fire owner high residual values along with
of the 200th company under its SP203 detection and alarm systems, designed to low servicing and maintenance costs.
scheme. demonstrate the competence of The perfect partner for those in the
Fire Protection Systems Ltd of companies involved in this area of the building, construction, plumbing and
Barnstaple, North Devon, was the 200th fire protection industry and to certify logistics sectors, the Vito is built with
company to achieve accreditation under this competence through an independent the latest technology to guarantee
BAFE’s SP203 scheme and was third party. safety, reliability and efficiency.
Stimulated by market demand, the With a Mercedes-Benz Vito, the
Fire Safety Order and the Chief Fire driver is assured that their partner on
Officers Association (CFOA), the scheme the road offers the lowest
has now passed the 200 mark and maintenance requirements thanks to
continues to grow. its onboard service computer,
This is good news for fire safety in minimum running costs due to its
general and for BAFE registered powerful diesel engine as well the
companies in particular, demonstrating highest safety features as standard.
quite clearly the increased focus on For further information on all
quality standards associated with design, Mercedes-Benz CharterWay finance
installation, commissioning and deals call 0800665432, contact your
maintenance of fire protection systems. local Mercedes-Benz dealership or visit
www.bafe.org.uk www.mbvans.co.uk/offers.
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