If you overlook health and safety issues in the construction industry it can have devastating effects. The construction industry is one of the most dangerous and needs to be carefully managed to reduce the risks. Everyone on the site must be trained in some level of health and safety, appropriate to their level of responsibility… Read more »
Preventing Fires in the Workplace
Fires can often be prevented with good control measures in place. In order to create control measures and monitoring systems an assessment is required. The act of creating a fire assessment is the responsibility of business owners and the owners of premises where the public have access. If you’re confused about your legal responsibilities regarding… Read more »
Lifting is a Hazard – Have You got Manual Handling under Control?
Manual handling is one of the topics covered in the CCNSG Safety Passport. As manual handling is responsible for more than a third of the injuries caused at work it is an area that needs to be tackled head on. There are all sorts of injuries caused by manual activities, which can include repetitive injuries… Read more »
Woman Suffers Serious Injuries Caused by Lapse in Health and Safety
A company has been fined £60,000 after one of their employees was injured while working on an unguarded machine. Kelly Neild had to spend three months in hospital and now lives with permanent disabilities as a result of safety failings of her employer. The incident which occurred at Mainetti UK took place in 2009 and… Read more »
Sub-Contractor Prosecuted by HSE
A sub-contractor has been prosecuted by the Health and Safety Executive after they discovered several safety breaches. One of the contractors working for Mr James was burnt while working on a pavement in Birmingham. He hit a cable that was running under the ground which resulted in a jet of fire being released. The worker… Read more »
Essential Qualification for Site Management Safety
As a manager in your workplace, you are responsible for the health and safety of your employees. When they are carrying out a specific task such as working in confined spaces or working at heights, do you ensure that they are wearing the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety harnesses? When they are working… Read more »
Managers Are in a Position of Authority & Responsible for Health and Safety
Are you doing everything you can as a manager to create a safe working environment for your employees? In the workplace, managers and others in a position of authority are responsible for the health and safety of their employees. They must do everything possible to keep their employees and the public safe from any harm…. Read more »
What are the Roles & Responsibilities of a Site Manager?
A site manager — also called a construction manager — is the person responsible for supervising a construction site and running the project day to day. It’s a role that blends organisation, leadership and, above all, a serious responsibility for health and safety. In short Site managers ensure the safe, smooth running of a construction… Read more »
SSSTS: A Site Supervisor’s Safety Responsibilities
Every site supervisor and manager on a construction site carries both a moral and a legal responsibility for the safety of their workforce. You’re there to make sure work is properly planned and monitored, and to do everything possible so no one is hurt on the job. The health and safety of the site rests… Read more »
Be Prepared for Fire with Training
Fire is a risk that must be planned for and controlled by every business. The right person must be given the responsibility of managing the risks of fire and producing fire safety procedures. That person needs to be aware of the responsibilities, procedures and management techniques in order to fulfil their role within the demands… Read more »