health and safety compliance officer at ground control
East Midlands
Joined March 2015
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For the MEWP operators out there
Unsafe ground? Always check ground conditions. Download this poster and other @AndyAccessIPAF MEWP and MCWP key topic posters for use in your daily operations and promote the safe use of powered access. ipaf.org/andyaccess?utm_camp…
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Five ways to help the environment in lockdown - all super easy ways we can help. #GCGreenWeek ow.ly/QjHP30qJX9W
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Emptier roads due to #coronavirus are not an excuse to speed. If you are making an essential trip, do not speed: avoid collisions, keep safe and do not place any additional strain on our #NHS during this extremely busy time. #AccidentFreeAvoidAandE bit.ly/39wWGV1
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The UK’s flood outlook is showing as green ‘low risk’ for the first time in 50 days! We are proud to be supporting @EnvAgency in their critical work improving flood management schemes around the UK. #floods #healthandsafety
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.@GroundControlGC – at Maypole, England
Today, at the start of Family Safety Week, we've launched our new campaign Accident Free, Avoid A&E.
We need to do all we can to help our amazing frontline health workers.
Prevent accidents. Protect your family. Help the NHS.
rospa.com/AccidentFree #AccidentFreeAvoidAandE
ALT Accident Free, Avoid A&E. Help the NHS #AccidentFreeAvoidAandE
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Never use your phone when you are behind the wheel - drivers are banned from using hand held mobile phones, even in stationary traffic. Using a mobile phone massively increases crash risk - to avoid tempation, you could put it in your boot or glovebox.
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A fine example of why you should use trained and qualified #arborist to undertake tree work @ArbAssociation trees.org.uk/ARB-Approved-Co… #WorkSafe #ClimbSafe
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If you are planning to use machinery or equipment near power lines, remember that every year people are killed or seriously injured when they come into contact with live overhead electricity power lines. These incidents often involve machinery, equipment or work activities.
Sharing @LantraUK consultation tweet on #equine hoof care. Any equine people happy to help???
@IOSH_Rural @AlanPlom @tinamorgan991 @ECConsultancyuk
We're working with the Equine Hoof care (EHC) & Farriery Industry to review the current National Occupational Standards & would love to know your views on the draft documents via our survey
This will be open until 24 January 2020
Take the survey here⬇️ surveymonkey.co.uk/r/EquineH…
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Alcohol impairs your coordination, slows reactions and distorts judgement. You may feel fine, but your driving will be affected, which puts you at a higher risk of being involved in a crash. The only safe amount of alcohol to drink before driving is none at all.
A update from @ArbAssociation on 2 rope working in arboriculture. #workingatheight @IOSH_Rural linkedin.com/posts/carl-powe…
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Be #WeatherReady.
Consider:
1. Flu jab
2. Screen wash / tyres
3. Backup plans
4. Heating at 18 C
5. Pack a grab-bag
6. Impacts of winds / flooding
7. If pipes are insulated
8. Checking supplies
9. Sharing this checklist
10. Finding out more 👉 bit.ly/32lSkwl
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Reading the Tractor Situation Awareness Checklist by @NTS_Ag @Dr_AIrwin. Also the Guide to Farmer Resource Management Safety Critical Skills. Brilliantly simple and effective tools. Thanks @TonyAGWatson for sending them.
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ATV users please get involved with the HSA consultation.
consultation.hsa.ie/Public-C…
Please retweet or forward to anyone who may be interested.
@IOSH_Rural @ECConsultancyuk @AlanPlom @yellowwelliesuk @tinamorgan991 @safe_farm @CPOWELLGC @NTS_Ag @tilly_trailer @OSH_EHP_Louise
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Top tips on staying safe this Firework night #TuesdayThoughts #BonfireNight
We are warned every year of the dangers of #fireworks and how much damage they can do if they aren’t properly controlled. Here are some tips on some tips on firework safety and how to ensure a safe event. shponline.co.uk/fire-safety-…
#Pesticides - advice and thoughts from a #lantra #instructor & #assessor @IOSH_Rural @AlanPlom @ECConsultancyuk @tinamorgan991 @GroundControlGC @rogerbarronGC @ArbAssociation
What responsibilities do professionals in pesticides have? In this article Ian Sumpter, Lantra Instructor & Assessor, shares his thoughts & advice for users.
Visit us on stand 29 at #PestTech 🗓️6 Nov to find out more about our range of pesticide courses.
bit.ly/2ocZiFH
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What responsibilities do professionals in pesticides have? In this article Ian Sumpter, Lantra Instructor & Assessor, shares his thoughts & advice for users.
Visit us on stand 29 at #PestTech 🗓️6 Nov to find out more about our range of pesticide courses.
bit.ly/2ocZiFH
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We are reviewing legislation to improve #RoadSafety, with a view to ensuring that anyone caught driving while using a hand-held 📞 to…
❌ Text or take photos
❌ Browse the internet
❌ Scroll through a playlist
Could be prosecuted 👉 bit.ly/2pvmi3v