Falls from height: Complying with the new rules
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The most common causes of fatal injury and the second most common cause of major injury to employees are falling from height through roofs and roof light or from scaffolding and ladders. According to the new Work at Height Regulations 2005 introduced on 6 April 2005, employers and employees have to take appropriate steps to avoid, prevent or reduce risks and also choose the right work equipment for preventing falls, mitigating the distance and consequences of the fall and provide personal protection equipment for preventing a fall.
Publication Name: Health & Safety at Work
Subject: Human resources and labor relations
ISSN: 0141-8246
Year: 2005
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New accords in construction and cement
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The construction industry and the cement derivatives sector in Spain have reached pay agreements during the May 2003 period. Both sectors will see higher pay above the forecasted inflation rate.
Publication Name: European Industrial Relations Review
Subject: Human resources and labor relations
ISSN: 0309-7234
Year: 2003
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Construction employers want eastern workers
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The issue of shortage of skilled workers in construction sector of Poland is discussed. The sector seeks Polish government to allow workers from Belarus and Ukraine.
Publication Name: European Industrial Relations Review
Subject: Human resources and labor relations
ISSN: 0309-7234
Year: 2005
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