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Changes to First Aid

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Training on Defibrillators to be included on the EFAW and FAW Syllabus

“Changes to Resuscitation Council UK guidelines on cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in October 2015 mean that the HSE have now revised the Emergency First Aid and First Aid at Work syllabuses. The revision will require all workplace first aiders to be trained in the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) from the 31 December 2016, as the Resuscitation Council UK guidelines now state that the management of a casualty requiring CPR is to request an AED. Continue reading…

6 Top Tips to Ensure you Hire Competent Contractors

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  1. When considering potential contractors for work, always ask to see evidence of their Skills, Knowledge, Attitude, Training and Experience (competence) – this would include their qualifications and training, affiliations to trade bodies and industry bodies, and examples of previous similar work. Ask about their knowledge of applicable legislation, best practice and industry standards. Continue reading…

Construction Physical Ill Health Risks: Vibration

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Exposure to vibration when using hand held / operated tools and machinery can lead to permanent injury of the hands and arms.

What you should know

Vibration is transmitted into your hands and arms when using hand held / operated tools and machinery. Excessive exposure can affect the nerves, blood vessels, muscles and joints of the hand, wrist and arm causing Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS). Construction workers are particularly at risk because of the work they do and the equipment they use such as concrete breakers, pokers and compactors, sanders, grinders and disc cutters, hammer drills, chipping hammers, chainsaws, scabblers and needle guns.

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C&C support North Midland Construction on their 70th Birthday Celebrations

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North Midland Construction have recently turned 70, and they were determined to celebrate in style with a very big birthday event. Both past and present employees of the company and their partners from across the country were invited to an afternoon and evening of fairground rides, live bands, disco and a firework display to close the event.

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School Fined After Worker Fell From Height

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A school in Brentwood pleaded guilty to breaching health and safety regulations after a worker was injured as he fell from a roof. A 63 year old employee was working on the roof of the bay window when his foot got caught and he fell approximately 2.6 metres to the ground below. He was taken to hospital and suffered injuries including a broken collarbone and chipped vertebrae. To read the full story you can access the link here. Continue reading…

UKATA Train Safe, Work Safe, Keep Safe Campaign

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C&C Training are supporting UKATA’s Train Safe, Work Safe, Keep Safe campaign. This campaign provides access to training for those tradesmen and DIY enthusiasts who may not have previously received any asbestos awareness training. Asbestos can be disturbed during work and renovations so it is key that awareness and training is provided to prevent asbestos related diseases. To find out more visit UKATA’s website 
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