09/10/2022
HSE Oct-Nov 2022 Inspections - Manual Handling in Construction
The Health and Safety Executive are carrying out 1,000 inspections at different construction sites in October and November. They are checking that workers are being protected from serious Musculoskeletal injuries caused by incorrect lifting and moving of heavy objects. Currently, around 40,000 workers suffer musculoskeletal disorders in the construction industry every year because of poor manual handling. Amongst other things, they will be checking that your workers have received Manual Handling training.
Make sure you are doing enough – contact us to arrange for a half-day Manual Handling Awareness course at your premises.
HSE Press release:
HSE launches campaign to combat serious aches, pains and strains in construction 27th September 202229th September 2022 by Asmar Chaudhry Share Around 40,000 construction workers suffer injuries to muscles, bones, joints and nerves A thousand inspections in October and November Serious aches, pains....