Safety Net Journal Issue 7

Campaigns and events

European Health and Safety Week 22 - 24 October
European Health and Safety Week is on 22nd - 24th October. The main theme this year will be musculoskeletal disorders. The title given to this years theme is 'Lighten the Load'.
19 September 2007 [Full Story]



National Ban Bullying at Work Day
Ban Bullying at Work Day on 7th November 2007 is gaining in popularity year on year.
18 September 2007 [Full Story]



National Stress Network
Since its inception in the mid 90's and the arrival of its website in 2001 the National Stress Network has gone from strength to strength in its fight to make people aware of the danger of stress in the workplace.
19 September 2007 [Full Story]

HSE

Calling all councillors
This year the Local Authority section of the HSE are carrying out a series of events called 'Shaping Local Priorities' aimed at local councillors and heads of service.
18 September 2007 [Full Story]



HSE Myth busting
In an effort to stop the endless supply of media led health and safety myths gaining credibility HSE has set up a regular feature on its website called Myth of the Month.
18 September 2007 [Full Story]



HSE targets falls from vehcicles
The HSE has launched a major new campaign to reduce the number of falls from vehicles.
18 September 2007 [Full Story]



Model risk assessment for shops
HSE has produced a model risk assessment for shops such as newsagents and convenience stores.
18 September 2007 [Full Story]



Revised Welfare at Work Guidance
HSE has revised its Welfare at Work: Guidance for Employers on Welfare Provisions (INDG293).
19 September 2007 [Full Story]

Safety Reps

Chat to your fellow reps on-line
The health and safety forum on the Usdaw website is open to all Usdaw members who want to share information and experience. Its easy to register.
19 September 2007 [Full Story]



Short courses for reps on MSD's
As part of European Health and Safety Week (22nd - 24th October) TUC Education is supporting and working with the European Agency for Safety & Health at Work to promote awareness of Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSD’s).
19 September 2007 [Full Story]



TUC National Inspection Day - 25th October 2006
The Wednesday of European Health and Safety Week has been designated "National Inspection Day" by the TUC, when all safety representatives are asked to inspect their workplace.
19 September 2007 [Full Story]

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