Whether you are a new business owner or have owned a business for a long time, it is always important to remember that health and safety saves lives. We completely understand the urge for people to push health and safety to the back burner, thinking that it is needless red tape and an unnecessary expense, but it can save lives. In this blog, we will be discussing the importance of health and safety as we enter the new year.
There are many common health and safety incidents that occur in the workplace that can either be reduced or eradicated with the guidance of health and safety advisors North East. As indicated in the latest information from the HSE, in 2020-2021 being hit by a moving vehicle was the second largest cause of fatal accidents for British workers. Based on this information, the HSE has also produced some basic “dos and don’ts” which include keeping people and vehicles apart, having clear site rules and enforcing them, anchoring loads securely to the vehicle chassis, do avoiding the need to work at height on vehicles and don’t operate vehicles unless you are authorised to do so. All of these guidelines can also be enforced by health and safety advisors North East.
It may also be useful to note some of the key industries that may benefit from professional health and safety advisors North East. As outlined by HSE, 135 workers were killed in work-related accidents in 2022/23 – the construction (45), agriculture, forestry and fishing (21) sectors continue to account for the greatest number of workers killed in fatal accidents each year.
These statistics highlight just how important it is to have experienced and knowledgeable health and safety advisors North East on hand to help and provide valuable guidance.
With a wealth of practical experience working as a Chartered Safety Practitioner, Registered Nurse and Expert Witness, I can provide your business with solutions for all your health and safety requirements.
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