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New Course in Pipeline to Give Managers Water Jetting Skills
The Water Jetting Association is at an advanced stage in the development of a training course for managers and business leaders. The one-day class-based and practical course is designed to give business directors, managers and supervisors vital insights into the […]
Pressure Washing Training ‘Vital’ to Workplace Safety
Providing pressure washing training is vital to protect employees and embed best practice safety across all company operations, says Costain operations and transport manager Paul Nicholson. Integrated, leading-edge, smart infrastructure solutions specialist Costain is a member of the Water Jetting […]
Research Heralds ‘Step Change’ in Water Jet Injury Care
Medical research commissioned by the Water Jetting Association has led to the publication of the most comprehensive guidance ever created for the treatment of high-pressure fluid injection injuries. The guidance is set to transform the emergency medical response to water […]
Raising the Bar on Water Jetting Training Standards
Raising the Bar on Water Jetting Training Standards Water Jetting Association introduces important new training rules All introductory water training must include a practical skills assessment Changes aim to “raise the bar” on water jetting training standards They are part […]
Keeping the Pressure on Safety – The WJA at 40
It is 40 years since the founding of the Water Jetting Association. In its October 2019 edition, Drain Trader magazine published this feature, in which WJA Director David Kennedy explained the WJA’s driving force and why its work is as […]
You’re Invited! StoneAge UK Grand Opening
Save the Dates Thursday, 17 October, 2019 • 9.30 – 17.00Friday, 18 October, 2019 • 9.30 – 15.00 RSVP We’re excited to share our new facility and expanded capabilities to serve you better: High Pressure Pump for live demos & testing Repair & service […]
FLOWPLANT JETTER ENGINES GOING GREEN
lowplant Group Ltd – WJA Member The strict rules governing diesel engine emissions have been with us for some time but every year they are getting tighter and 2019 marks the beginning of the Stage 5 era in Europe and […]
HUGHES PUMPS (WJA Member) WELCOMES DAN GALLEY
Dan Galley joins Hughes Pumps Leading UK high pressure water jetting equipment manufacturer, Hughes Pumps, is delighted to announce the expansion of its sales team, welcoming Dan Galley as Export Sales Manager for the Middle East region. This addition to […]
ANTI-EJECTION DEVICES
An anti-ejection device or withdrawal system is a mechanical device used during pipe and tube cleaning activities designed to prevent accidental withdrawal or hydraulicing of rigid or flexible lances. Therefore, engineering safe working controls to ensure operator safety is of […]
Contractor Fined After Fatal Water Jetting Incident in Canada
A contractor in Canada has been fined £85,000 after one of its operatives was killed while using water jetting equipment to clean catch pits. The company pleaded guilty to the offence which happened after it was commissioned to clean the […]