Group Meeting 3 July
The next Group meeting will be host by ARCO at the National Distribution Centre, Henry Boot Way, Hull HU4 7DY. Following the normal agenda the delegates will be split into 2 groups. The 1st will enjoy a tour of ARCO’s new lab facilities were they test PPE. The 2nd group will receive a talk about the latest PPE regulation and equipment. The 2 groups will then change round.
Unfortunately places are limited for this meeting and delegates must book with the Secretary on csmith72@csmith72.karoo.co.uk.
Rollits in association with Humberside Occupational Health & Safety Group presents…
A Mock Trial
Please note the change of venue
There are still some places left at this seminar
This interactive workshop gives you the opportunity to sit on the jury whilst a company and its director are on trial for breaches of health and safety legislation
Solicitors from Rollits LLP’s expert Regulatory defence team will cross examine the witnesses and present the prosecution and defence cases. Will you find the defendants guilty or not guilty?
If you make a finding of guilt, Rollits LLP’s team will use their experience to guide you through the sentencing process and you will have the opportunity to give your view on what the penalty should be before the Judge hands down sentence.
The implications and cost of getting health and safety wrong can be signifi This is a session not to be missed.
Rollits LLP is a Yorkshire based commercial law firm with offices in Hull and York. Rollits’ Regulatory defence team has many years experience defending clients subjected to investigation and prosecution. The team works with companies, directors and their insurers to navigate the complex matrix of ever increasing regulation.
Find out more at rollits.com
Wednesday, 9 October 2018
12.30pm – 3.30pm
Hull Sports Centre, Chanterlands Ave, Hull, HU5 4EF
12.30pm – 1.30pm
Registration and Coffee
Introduction
Bill Leigh
1.30pm – 2.30pm
Trial
2.30pm
Coffee
2.45pm
Verdict and sentencing
Close
The cost of the event is £10 per person
Complete the booking form and return to csmith72@csmith72.karoo.co.uk
Report from Barry Clinch of The Awards Committee
Safety Performance Award Winner
Daifuku Logan
Commended for their zero accident strategy;
Focus on identifying near misses and observation of potential accident situations; setting clear standards; and strong top down safety leadership.
Environment Award Winner
St Stephen’s Shopping Centre
Commended for almost zero carbon emissions; massive reduction in energy consumption and water reduction; on site recycling; green roof; and bug hotel.
Arco Award Winner
Commended for their machine layout best practice; MEWP’s high level access procedures; risk assessments and hazard identification programmes.
President’s Award
The Sewell Group
For its unstinting support of the HOHSG through all the Group’s trials and tribulations in recent years. Truly a Good Samaritan.
Individual Award
Colin (and Linda) Smith
For keeping the group running smoothly over many years. Without them the group would have long ago floundered.
