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| How High, is 'High'? |
| Jun 2010 |
In an unfortunate accident in Northern Ireland recently, the details of which are not yet fully available, a Paramedic 'Fell' from the rear of a stationary ambulance and fatally injured themself.
The incident is still under investigation, but demonstrates that an accident which involves a 'Fall from Height' can occur at a much lower level than you probably think
A Risk Assessment is important in identifying potential accident areas, contact Patrick Haines to assist you with yours.
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| Environmental Responsibility |
| Jun 2010 |
Not sure what is in the ground under your feet?
Environmental Assessments and Contaminated Land Surveys can help your bottom line as well as the world.
For example, is the land you are considering buying for development 'clean', or should the vendor be required to make it safe before you purchase the land or site.
Contact Patrick Haines for further details on the benefits of conducting an Environmental Assessment, or to assist in resolving any Contaminated land issues you may have, or inherited.
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| Letting an untrained operative use equipment caused an accident |
| May 2010 |
Letting an Untrained person operate an FLT/Telehandler resulted in an injury-causing accident and a fine of several thousand pounds for the company.
Are all YOUR staff trained and competent for the jobs you are asking them to undertake?
Contact Patrick Haines for advice on your training status and requirements.
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| Do you use Agency Workers, or are you an Agency... |
| May 2010 |
Who is responsible for the Health & Safety of Agency workers, is it the Agency or the owner/controller of the site where they are working?
Not an easy one, so let me help guide you through this, contact Patrick Haines for effective advice on protecting your workers, and yourself.
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| Oh to be in England, now that Spring is here! |
| Apr 2010 |
Well, some would say it's here, so, Construction site supervisors.
Does your Risk Assessment allow for seasonal changes in Environmental Factors?
Do you have to provide Sunscreen cream as PPE?
Can your workers strip off to the waist when it gets hot??
Do your site workers need an update to their Site Induction due to the change in the season???
If you need any help answering the above questions, or any areas of Construction Site Safety, contact Patrick Haines now!
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