At Morclean, our mission has always been to help organisations create cleaner, safer working environments — whether that’s removing ingrained grime from industrial floors or tackling airborne hazards that can impact staff health. Recently, the UK’s Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has put a renewed focus on an issue that’s often overlooked in bakery environments: flour dust exposure — and it’s a timely reminder of why effective cleaning and dust control must be part of every workplace safety strategy. The Hidden Risks of Flour Dust To many people, flour might seem harmless — a staple ingredient in kitchens and bakeries alike. But from a health and safety standpoint, the fine powder generated during everyday baking tasks can pose serious risks to those regularly exposed. Flour dust is identified as one of the most common causes of occupational asthma in the UK food industry , and prolonged exposure can lead to respiratory sensitisation — a condition where the airways react even to t...