Personal protective equipment, or PPE, has faced challenges in fitting a diverse workforce – research shows that 36% of women in the UK and 45% of women globally are supplied PPE that doesn’t fit properly.

Poorly fitting PPE isn’t just uncomfortable – in sectors like construction, healthcare, and policing, it can create serious safety risks, reduce job satisfaction, and even drive skilled workers from industries already experiencing labour shortages.

BS 30417, the new standard for inclusive PPE, provides practical guidance to ensure all employees are properly protected, regardless of gender, ethnicity, body shape, age, or disability.

In this episode, we hear from key voices at the Westminster launch of BS 30417, including MPs, industry leaders, and the standards-makers themselves, discussing how the standard enhances safety, inclusivity, and workforce well-being. Guests also share insights on its development, practical applications, and how organizations are preparing to implement it.

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BS 30417 | Provision of inclusive PPE

Standards in 10 Minutes | BS 30417

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Suicide affects every part of society, with around 6,000 deaths in the UK each year and one in four adults having contemplated it, leaving hundreds impacted by each loss. BS 30480 addresses this by providing the UK’s first workplace standard on suicide prevention, offering practical guidance to help organizations recognize risk, respond safely, and create supportive, stigma-free environments.

In this episode, Matthew speaks to Jamie Compton Rea, Chief Operating Officer at the National Centre for Suicide Prevention Education and Training (NCSPET) and standards-maker involved in the development of BS 30480. They discuss why BS 30480 is a landmark standard, Jamie’s role in its development, and the steps organizations should take in their first 100 days of putting the standard into practice.

Since it’s The Standards Show, Jamie also reflects on his own standards journey – what motivated him to get involved, and what continues to inspire his involvement today.

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BS 30480 | Suicide and the workplace

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The Standards Desk of News is news about standards and standards in the news.

The Standards Desk of News for November 2025:

• New standard for organizational action on suicide awareness
• Japan hospital achieves first ISO 7101 certification
• BSI achieves global first in AI management certification
• CEN and CENELEC Standards + Innovation Award Winners 2025
• Standards take centre stage at COP 30
• Celebrating World Quality Week

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Global food safety relies on clear, practical standards. The ISO 22002 series - aka “The Magnificent Seven” – helps organizations manage contamination, fraud, and hygiene risks, ensuring consistent quality across food, feed, and packaging sectors.

In this episode, Matthew speaks to Richard Leathers, Amanda McCarthy, and Angela Cunningham, three of the standards-makers behind the series. They discuss how the seven standards, including updates and new parts for retail, wholesale, and the universal supply-chain foundation, help organizations put ISO 22000 Prerequisite Programmes (PRPs) into practice efficiently and consistently.

Since it’s The Standards Show, Richard, Amanda, and Angela also reflect on their own standards journeys - what motivated them to get involved, and what continues to inspire their involvement today.

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ISO 22002 series

ISO 22000 – food safety management systems

BSI Standards Committee AW/90 – Quality systems for the food industry

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The Standards Desk of News is news about standards and standards in the news.

The Standards Desk of News for October 2025:

• ISO and ARSO sign historic Kigali Agreement
• Circular economy experts win top ISO award
• ETSI launches TC on quantum technologies
• Pacific Islands Standards Committee endorsed as regional standards body
• ISO 22002 series updated to strengthen global food safety
• Have your say on EU Standardization Regulation 1025

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In this episode of the series, Matthew and Cindy provide a 10-minute guide to BS 30417 - provision of inclusive PPE.

Discover the 10 things you need to know.

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BS 30417 - provision of inclusive PPE

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BSI Reports and Whitepapers provide expert insights, guidance, and analysis on various topics related to standards, compliance, and best practices. They are designed to inform and educate organizations, industries, and policymakers about emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities in areas where standards play a critical role.

This episode is an audio-abridged version of the BSI Report - The Tipping Point: Building Trust in the circular economy.

Developed with Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership, the report explores how trust can accelerate the move toward a circular economy. Based on global research, it shows that while most people support circularity, concerns about quality, safety, and greenwashing still hold many back. The report highlights five ways to build trust: proof of performance, transparency, independent checks, shared standards, and secure data - key steps to make circular practices credible, mainstream, and profitable.

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Building trust in the circular economy

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The Standards Desk of News is news about standards and standards in the news.

The Standards Desk of News for August and September 2025:

• Have your say on ISO 9001
• ISO 21001 sets new benchmark for education quality
• BSI secures new funding for Commonwealth Standards Network
• Standards contribute €1B annually to Austria’s economy
• Winner of the IEC Lord Kelvin Award 2025
• New standard to address critical gaps in PPE fit

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