HSE inspectors are carrying out a targeted health inspection initiative focusing on the respiratory risks to construction workers from exposure to silica and wood dust. Inspections across Great Britain will be ongoing until 14 July. As part of our Dust Kills campaign in support of the inspection initiative, we have partnered with construction and occupational health organisations to support the construction industry. Occupational lung disease is preventable - lets work together to keep our construction workers safe and healthy. Learn more about the simple steps to plan your work, stop dust getting into the air and use the right controls by visiting our Dust Kills website. If you are an employer download our Construction Dust Information Sheet (CIS36) (.pdf) If you are a small builder or worker download our Construction Dust Busy Builder Sheet (CIS78) (.pdf) |
HSEs Asbestos and You campaign urges tradespeople working in construction to be aware of disturbing asbestos. Two new free resources have been launched for workers to test and enhance their knowledge about asbestos and the risks associated with it. Take a quick Asbestos and You quiz to test your knowledge on the risks of asbestos and how to protect yourself and others from exposure to asbestos fibres
Watch the webinarLurking in the shadows - the truth about asbestos hosted by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health to get an understanding of the campaign and hear experts discuss the risks continued to be associated with asbestos, particularly with younger workers For more information go to the Asbestos and You campaign. If you would like to join the many organisations helping to raise awareness of information and resources available download the campaign toolkit and social media graphics. HSEs Safety Climate Tool (SCT) The SCT is proactively used by over 200 organisations in both the UK and overseas to measure and improve their safety culture. The SCT has been carefully designed by scientists to assess the attitudes of individuals within an organisation towards health and safety issues and is used and trusted by organisations of all sizes, across all industry sectors. Organisations often report that because of using SCT, they have achieved greater engagement and commitment to health and safety from employees, have reduced the number of accidents at work, reduced costs and have demonstrated better leadership. Find out more about the SCT HSE podcast: Disability in the workplace A new HSE podcast episode discusses how businesses can create an inclusive approach to workplace health. The podcast outlines 7 principles to support disabled workers and those with long-term health conditions to thrive in the workplace. Find out more by: Reading our launch release Listening to the podcast From HSE: There are a range of upcoming virtual and in-person training courses and events organised by, or which involve HSE including: Work-related stress: developing manager capability
20 - 21 June, Live online
Fundamentals of hydrogen
22 June, London
COSHH training - practical assessment and control
4 - 5 July, Buxton Find out more about HSE's training and events From WWT: The CONIAC website (Construction Industry Advisory Committee), provides a new national home for the regional groups that make up the Working Well Together Initiative (WWT) and the health and safety events they host. Upcoming events include: Safety and health awareness event
9 June, Worksop
Asbestos Awareness
29 June, Herefordshire
Welfare provision and asbestos event 8 June, Walsall Find your nearest WWT Group and get involved. Working at height fragile surfaces Man spared jail after worker falls through roof Links for further guidance and information: Fragile surfaces Demolition Building company fined 234,000 after worker falls from platform Links for further guidance and information: Demolition Consultancy failure Hygiene consultancy firm fined after admitting health and safety failures Links for further guidance and information: Find a consultant Come and work for HSE and help to protect lives and livelihoods As the national occupational health and safety regulator, HSE offers a range of rewarding career opportunities. View our current vacancies | 