03 July 2007 00:00

"If you think health & safety is too expensive, try having an accident!"

The welsh Backs Campaign, will be holding a roadshow at the Redwither Tower, 5th July 9am to 1pm (refreshments inc).

The Problem
•pain costs employers in Wales £250 million per year
•Average of 19 days sickness absence
•Lack of manual handling knowledge
•Inadequate training
•Unsure of legal responsibilities
•Incorrect technique = High number of injuries = Life changes
•Lost time/Productivity = Decline on profits & reputation

The Solution
•Support the Welsh Backs campaign
•Liaising with medical practitioners & occupational help
•Realistic & proactive rehabilitation and return to work strategies
•Introduction to Pristine Condition programme, including:
•Risk Assessment Guide
•Training DVD
•Safe Systems of Work
•Certification

The Benefits
•Come along and meet the experts & inspectors in an arena free from
the fear of enforcement
•Valuable advice and local case studies provided
•Identify free support
•Understand the role and advice from health professionals
•Behavioural change
•Improved health & well-being of staff
•Insight to the MAC tool

It is in your business interest to attend, because Chris Ward, HSE’s Principal Inspector, says:

“If you think health & safety is too expensive, try having an accident!”
To attend contact Andrew Davies on 02920 263004
andrew.davies@hse.gsi.gov.uk

Further info. http://www.welshbacks.com

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