Construction industry outraged by dangerous activity videos, captured by mobile phones being displayed on YouTubes
In some of the videos company logos are identifiable!
Take a look at this one on Safety Helmets
Contract Journal link here
the HSE Website this week posted details of forthcoming construction regulations for 2007
Construction infonet newsletter for January 2007 is now available. This is a bulletin for clients, designers, contractors and health and safety specialists in the construction industry.
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Noticed on the HSE website – a useful guide to revitalising your procedures – although aimed at major safety issues – the guidelines are sound for ensuring and of your procedures are effective,
Heres the Summary
This document outlines a three-step approach to developing procedures … In order to prioritise resources, there should be a focus on safety critical tasks. Sites should develop formal processes to:
• Determine where procedures are required;
• Determine the nature of support required;
• Ensure that procedures are relevant and up-to-date;
• Involve procedure users at all stages;
• Ensure compliance with procedures.
Document available here
Comments at the last meeting around the amount of legislation – particularly around health and safety and environmental issues.
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