Common Risks for Electrical Work
When conducting a Risk Assessment for electrical work, there are a number of common risks need to be considered: Fire:…
Health and Safety Policy Statement
Organisations with 5 or more staff are required to have a health and safety policy. Companies should add a Heath…
Employee Safety Inductions
All Employees and visiting contractors are to be given a site induction by a competant appointed person Contents of an…
Positive Performance Indicators
Positive Performance Indicators Companies should introduce and maintain a system of positive reporting indicators. The following items could be…
Slips and Trips Due to Ice and Snow
To reduce the risk of slips on ice, frost or snow, you should assess the risks and implement strategies to…
Manual Handling
Manual Handling Manual handling is a term that covers activities such as lifting, carrying and moving. All of these activities…
Struck-By Accidents and Prevention
STRUCK-BY ACCIDENTS In struck-by accidents, workers are hit by vehicles, or falling/flying objects The reported accidents indicate that the main…
Investigation of Accident, Incident or Near Miss
Checklist for Investigations Investigation of Accident, Incident or Near Miss Companies should investigate safety events using a checklist, an example…
Example Method Statement for Brick and Block laying
This is an example of what should be included in a Method Statement for bricklaying Part 2 Work Objective: To…
Risk Assessment for Heat Stress
Heat stress affects building and construction related works, steps should be taken to reduce the risks. What are the typical…
Construction Site Waste Management
Site Waste Management Construction sites can generate vast amounts of waste, this can be in the form of packaging, timber,…
Construction Site Risk Identification Checklist
Construction Site Risk Identification Checklist Factors to be taken into account:- Are there substances used in a particular task suitable…
