Regularly breathing in construction dust over a long period of time can cause life-changing lung diseases. This sheet tells employers what they need to know to prevent or adequately control construction dust risks. It also provides advice for safety representatives and workers.
Appointed Doctor eBulletin – July 2013
The sixth edition of the eBulletin for Appointed Doctors has now been added to the HSE website. It contains items on radiosensitivity, workplace visits, Appointed Doctor training and recording information on MS21 forms for self-employed workers.
56th NW Safety Conference and Exhibition – Barton 18 September 2013
56th North West Safety Conference and Exhibition ‘Live and Not Die’ – Towards a Healthier Working Environment. Subjects covered will be Health Surveillance, Skin, Breathing, Musculoskeletal issues, a General Physicians aspect and Legal Issues. Barton Nr.Preston, 18 September 2013
Additional Farm SHAD – Carlisle 10 October 2013
A further Farm Safety and Health Awareness Day has been added to the ‘Farm SHAD diary’ for October. Event takes place at Carlisle United FC, Brunton Park on 10 October 2013.
New man at the top for HSE in Yorkshire and the Humber
Barnsley man John Rowe has been appointed as Head of Operations for the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) in Yorkshire and the Humber.
Police force and firearm officer fined over PC death
A police force and one of its officers have been fined for health and safety failings that led to a constable being shot dead.
Protecting children on farms
HSE has published revised and improved guidance aimed at reducing child deaths on farms and providing essential information on keeping children safe. The leaflet, INDG 472, contains practical advice and guidance on how to comply with the law.
HSA urging employers to make employees aware of summer driving hazards
Employee suffers debilitating injuries at Ebbw Vale recycling plant
Two businesses have been prosecuted for safety failings after an employee’s hand was caught in a saw, resulting in debilitating injuries.
Safety warning after ten-year-old spotted on scaffolding
Construction workers are being urged not to take their children onto building sites during the school holidays after a ten-year-old boy was spotted on scaffolding in Merseyside.