Important Date for Safety Reps HSE Noise and Vibration Road Show 27th September 2005
18/06/05
The regional road show events organised by HSE and manufacturers' organisation, EEF, to take information to employers and Union Safety Reps on legislative change on noise and vibration will come to Scotland it has been announced - with one event organised for the whole of Scotland by the HSE to take place in Glasgowon 27th Septmebre 2005.
Thompsons scotland have condemned this failure to recognise the widespread nature of the problem throughout Scotland but are recommended that where possible Union Safety Reps attend
New legislation on the control of risks in the workplace from vibration will come into force in Great Britain from July 2005, with noise regulations being updated in early 2006.
The events are directed at company risk managers, managing directors, production managers, health and safety advisors and safety representatives, delegates will get an insight into practical risk management, and the steps required for effective health surveillance for exposed employees.
Comment:
"Noise and vibration are major health risks for millions of workers throughout Great Britain, and the new regulations provide a sound framework for tackling these problems effectively.
The aim of the road shows is to show employers that these new regulations are quite straightforward and workable. They will provide us with the chance to explain the new regulations in more depth, to demonstrate practical solutions and to answer questions employers and others may have." - HSE's Noise and Vibration Programme Manager.
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