This new HSE guidance is for anyone who may control or carry out maintenance work with asbestos-containing materials which does not require a licence from the HSE. This includes employers, contract managers, site agents, safety representatives and self-employed contractors involved in maintaining buildings and plant. It also gives advice on what those responsible must do to ensure the health & safety of maintenance staff. The guidance includes material on what asbestos is, where it is found, legal requirements, managing the risk, emergency call-out procedures and working safely.
Copies available from HSE Books, tel: 01787 881165, priced £12.50
Reporting accidents in the catering industry
The HSE has produced a new information sheet to make it clear to the catering industry which accidents should be reported under the RIDDOR regulations on reporting injuries.
Confusion in the past has led to the under-reporting of accidents. The information sheet aims to explain the key requirements of the regulations and provides examples of particular problem areas.
Free copies available from HSE Books, tel: 01787 881165
Sun protection. Advice for employers of outdoor workers
The leaflet gives advice on reducing health risks for staff when they work in the sun, identifying who is at risk and employers' responsibilities.
Free copies available from HSE Books, tel: 01787 881165
Guidelines for company reporting on greenhouse gas emissions
The DETR has updated its guidelines for company reporting of greenhouse gases, which were previously issued in June 1999.
Guidelines available from the DETR or from its website, www.environment.detr.gov.uk/ envrp/gas/index.htm
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