One of a series of free events which we support with WWT 
Southwest, this event specifically aims towards the needs of those new to the industry and preventing accidents – ideal for those taking on younger workers and hosting work placements over the summer months
You’re able to book a free place using the link below, read on for more details of what will be covered.
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-survivors-guide-to-the-construction-industry-tickets-25668742901
Event Details
FREE Working Well Together Event
A Survivors Guide to the Construction Industry
This is one of a series of free partnership events run by the industry for the industry, as part of the UK-wide Working Well Together (WWT) campaign
The aim of this free Safety and Health Awareness event is to raise awareness of key health and safety issues facing the construction industry today. Also, to give practical advice on how to avoid risks on building sites of all sizes – in particular for Apprentices.
The South West Working Well Together Group is running this event, in conjunction with MGF to get our message to apprentices and trainees in construction alongside their employers.
Health and safety professionals and specialist plant providers will be available throughout the day to answer your questions and you will have the opportunity to see live demonstrations of the latest equipment and techniques.
There is no charge for the event. You will be asked to complete a feedback form in return for a Certificate of Attendance.
Your feedback form will be put into a free prize draw
The prize will be an IPad Mini donated by MGF
Parking is on the campus
Event Programme:
08:30 – 09:00 REGISTRATION TEA/COFFEE AND BREAKFAST ROLL
09:00 – 09:15 Welcome and introduction Pete Creese, Chair WWT South West
09:15 – Finish
The programme will consist of talks and demonstrations on:
- Detecting Cables and underground services
- Excavation Safety
- Silica Dust
- Working at Height
- Banksman/Signallers/Traffic Management
- Behavioural Safety
For further information contact Julia Bone
Tel: 01752 276309
email: julia.bone@hse.gov.uk
