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The HSE
and the Cleaning Industry are working in partnership through the
Cleaning Industry Liaison Forum (CILF). The Forum
comprises representatives from trade associations, trade unions
and key industry stakeholders who have agreed a priority plan.
HSE has a specific section of its website specifically for the
cleaning industry.
Click Here
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HSE has issued a
safety alert
to inform employers and employees about recent structural
failures of the main support structure (chassis) on Liftlux
models SL260-25 and SL245-25 scissor lifts. This information is
being provided in advance of the conclusion of HSE's
investigations so that the industry can take prompt action to
prevent a recurrence.
Click Here to read more |
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NEW "Safe use of portable ladders
and water-fed Pole Systems " DVD |
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Safe
use of portable ladders and waterfed pole systems is
the title of a new
Safety training DVD. It shows the
importance of a thorough inspection of the site and of the
equipment. Moreover the importance of safety in securing
the ladder and its correct use….with an emphasis on the
potential consequences. Waterfed
poles - Traditionally, window cleaners have used all manner of
ladders and platforms to reach the higher windows, but the
introduction of new technology and the Working At Height
Regulations in 2005 have shown us that if it’s not essential to
work at height…then don’t!
While
using these telescopic poles might seem like the ultimate
solution, but they’re not without their dangers. In this
short video, we’ll aim to show you how to get the most out of
your water-fed pole system and how to keep you and the people
around you safe.
Available from the Federation at an affordable price of £15.00
for Members - £35.00 for Non-Members. Telephone: 0161 432
8754 - Email:
Click Here to place your order and enter training
DVD in the subject line.
Alternatively, call: 0161 432 8754 |
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Cleaning
Windows Safely - FWC Training Courses |
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A one-day IOSH
accredited Health and Safety Course covering both the use of
Water fed poles and portable ladders. Written by window
cleaners for window cleaners. No nonsense - hands on
practical and theory course with an IOSH certificate at the end.
Giving you an industry recognised qualification for just £135.00
plus vat for members; and £185.00 plus vat for Non-members.
Click Here
for
more information on training courses
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to
order a copy |
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HSE Shattered Lives Campaign - Are you height aware?
Last year 45 workers died
following a fall from height and 3750 were seriously
injured. Reducing this unnecessary injury toll is a
priority and Shattered Lives is the HSE's latest
campaign. Find out what happens when workers are put
at risk and what you can do to stop falls from
height in your workplace by
Clicking here
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Risk Assessment and Policy
Template -
Sept 2009
HSE has developed a Risk Assessment and Policy Template for duty
holders in lower risk, small to medium enterprises (SME’s).
This template combines the requirements of a risk assessment,
health and safety policy and written record of arrangements into
one document to prevent duplication and save on time resources
and costs.
There is also a range of example risk
assessments, and an example health and safety policy available
to help you at:
www.hse.gov.uk/risk/casestudies.
These examples can be used as a guide and are intended to show
you what you need to think about and include when completing the
template. The template can be printed and saved so you can easily review
and update it as and when required.
What
is a risk assessment?
A risk assessment is simply a careful examination of what, in
your work, could cause harm to people, so that you can weigh up
whether you have taken enough precautions or should do more to
prevent harm.
Clich Here for
Risk-Assessment Template
What is a Health and Safety Policy?
A health and safety policy sets out your
general approach and objectives (your vision) and the
arrangements you have put in place for managing health and
safety in your business. It is a unique document that says who
does what, when and how. It shows your staff, and others, your
commitment to health and safety and simply describes how you
will implement and monitor your health and safety controls.
Click Here
for Example Health and
Safety Policy
Further information and advice on risk assessment can be found
at:
www.hse.gov.uk/risk |
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Learn more about slips, trips and falls
Every month over a thousand people suffer
serious injuries as a result of slips, trips or falls in the
workplace. These shattering injuries can be avoided by sensible
and proportionate management of the risks.
For more information go to: Shattered lives:
Click Here
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This Health and Safety section contains the latest articles that our members should be aware of....You can either click the relevant link or download the following:
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Don’t
let a dodgy ladder shatter your life.
Falls from height
continue to be the main cause of death in the
workplace and one of the main causes of serious
injury. Around a third of all 'falls
from height' accidents are as a result of a fall
from a ladder
Ladder Exchange
initiative 2009 aims to
highlight the risks
associated with using a
dodgy ladder and provide
employers with the
opportunity to exchange
their substandard ladder for
a new one at a discounted
price. The
Ladder Exchange initiative will start
in September 2009...For more
information
Click Here
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See Below
for guidance on
using ladders Safely
Access the STEP tool to learn more about managing slip and
trip risks:Click
Here
HSE have recently produced a
guide on the safe use of ladders and stepladders. This is aimed at employers, the self-employed and people who work from ladders.
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Safe Use of Ladders and Stepladders
[318KB - PDF Format] |
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There is also a
toolbox talk
[307KB - PDF format] to help ladder users recognise the risks and work safely. This is supported by a
pocket card
[38KB - PDF format], which provides useful information on safe ladder use in a handy size for users to keep with them.
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Click the image
to view
Top Tips for Ladder and Stepladder Safety
[38KB - PDF Format] |
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For further information:
Please see the
Inspector Training Pack
Ladders section
[637KB - PDF Format], and
the updated
Fall's Topic Inspection
Pack [PDF
Format] is now available. |
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Click the image
to view The Work at Height Regulations 2005 [92KB - PDF Format]
This link takes you to the
detailed article describing the work at height regulations that
came into force on the 6 th of April 2005. |
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Ladders are not banned – but they should be used
sensibly |
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image
to view the HSE Press Release |
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Cleaning Windows Safely using Waterfed Poles, Guidance
/Download |
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For
further information on Safety in the use of Waterfed Poles -
download the FWC's: guidance draft document - by
clicking Here. - which links to
the PDF document |
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Using Access Equipment Safely in building maintenance
This leaflet is mainly aimed at employers, so they can make
sure their workers have the right skills and experience to use
access equipment safely and to identify gaps in knowledge and
decide what level of supervision is required, or where a worker
may need some training. There are sections covering
specific pieces of access equipment, from ladders to cherry
pickers. |
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Safety in Window
Cleaning Using Waterfed Pole Systems |
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In recent years many window cleaners have
adopted the use of waterfed pole systems that facilitate the
cleaning of windows up to 60ft/20 metres high from ground
level. Avoiding the need to work at height is an obvious
immediate attraction; however, there are various considerations
to be taken into account.
Click Here For full guidance on this. |
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