General: In order to stay safe we must ensure that we understand the hazards associated with movement of people and vehicles in the workplace. What Is Workplace Transport? Workplace transport is the movement of People and vehicles within the same …
Hand Protection Within the course of the working day, your hands will come into contact with many different substances such as concrete, mould oil, earth, re-bar rust etc, and precautions should be undertaken to protect your hands, such as: Use …
Power washers discharge pressures can be very high. At these pressures, water / cleaning solution can penetrate the skin and enter the bloodstream, carrying any dirt on the skin with it. Any facial opening is at greater risk. Therefore: Always …
Introduction: Toolbox Talks on ere workers skipped PPE because they were “just doing a quick job” — and the result was costly, both in terms of human health and lost productivity. This toolbox talks provides a clear guide on PPE …
Tool Box Talk Avoiding and Managing Dust WHY IS IT IMPORTANT? Dust can be a nuisance to people living and working near construction sites and if it not prevented and managed properly, can lead to local authorities becoming involved. The …
Archaeology Why Is It Important To ensure that all personnel at workplace are aware of the response required in the event of unanticipated finds of archaeological /historical value and the importance of cooperating with the Archaeological Specialists. In addition the …
Oil Storage Why Is It Important Correct storage of oil is not just a part of good site management, oil storage must comply with the Control of Pollution (Oil Storage) Regulations 2001 if the oil storage is more than 200 …
ACCIDENT PREVENTION The Construction industry employs approx 6% of the UK workforce, but accounts for 30% of all fatalities. Don’t become the next statistic. CAUSES OF ACCIDENTS People not thinking about what they are doing. People not following instructions People …
BITUMEN BOILERS IN CONSTRUCTION - FIRE HAZARDS Protect yourself and your workmates by following a few simple rules. If in doubt, ask. Setting up Stand the boiler on a firm, level surface, with the fire tray underneath, even on concrete. …
Quayside Activities INTRODUCTION It’s a requirement of an employer to assure quayside activities be done in safe manner in accordance with Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) rules & regulations (EHS).To carry out quayside activities, required permits must be …
