Bracknell

Bracknell Businesses are being invited to free height awareness training, which is being organised by Bracknell Forest Borough Council’s environmental health officers.

The course, which is being run in association with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), Panasonic and Speedy Tool Hire, is designed to help businesses - such as construction, window cleaning or commercial landlords - plan safe working at height.

The session will include:

• Information on the risks involved with working at height

• How to select appropriate equipment

• Demonstration of the practical use of equipment including ladders

• Guidance on asbestos removal

Suppliers will demonstrate new equipment while Bracknell Forest Borough Council and HSE staff will be on hand to give general advice if required.

The workshop is designed for managers, owners, electricians, painters and decorators, window cleaners, construction industry staff, TV/video/audio engineers and caretakers. It is also targeted for facility managers, commercial landlords, building managers and housing associations.

David Steeds, Head of Bracknell Environmental Health and Safety, said: "Sixty per cent of falls from height injuries resulted from people falling distances from below head height.

"Most deaths and injuries can be prevented if sensible measures are put in place.”

Cllr Peter North, Executive Member for Bracknell Public Protection and Services, said: "Falls even from low heights can cause significant injuries and records show there are far too many of them happening. We aim to reduce these risks by targeting education and safety advice to those who will most benefit.

"The training will help make sure you and your staff are safe while out at work, so it is well worth attending."

The training will be on Tuesday, September 26, at Panasonic, Willoughby Road, Bracknell, RG12 8FP; from 1.30-5pm. To book a place, email inderjit.bajaj@bracknell-forest.gov.uk

Bracknell Forest Borough Council