We were officially welcomed by Tim Badley, UK Country Manager for Leica Geosystems.

Martin Mulholland and Geoff Davies from MD Safety Management presented on a variety of topics in the morning, covering Health & Safety Legislation Updates, HSE Fees for Intervention (FFI), 40 years of the Health & Safety Act at work and a new approach to Management Systems called ‘Plan, Do, Check, Act’.

Everyone loves to criticise paperwork, red tape and ‘Health & Safety gone mad’.  But the fact remains that a safe working environment is a basic human right and many lives have been saved over the years – and that is never a waste of time.  The title of this Blog comes courtesy of a slide that Martin used to sum up the importance of maintaining up to date Health & Safety systems:

Tim Badley then kindly took attendees on a tour of the building, which was enjoyed by all.  A buffet lunch provided the opportunity for yet more precious networking!

The afternoon session involved attendees in two separate workshops on Lone Working and then a focus on Asbestos Containing Materials.  Breaking into small groups provided the opportunity for lots of discussion, debate and – as usual – plenty of laughter.

Martin and Geoff then wrapped things up on time and members departed home.  The feedback has been excellent:

“A thoroughly worthwhile event!”

“A good day and very informative.”

“I really enjoyed the day.”

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