FIS has now submitted its formal response to the HSE consultation on the effectiveness of the Personal Protective Equipment at Work (Amendment) Regulations 2022, including the extension of PPE requirements to “Limb (b) workers”.
The issue has been a longstanding concern for sector, with members highlighting uncertainty around the application of the regulations, responsibility for providing PPE, differing interpretations across the industry, worker-owned PPE and the practical challenges of compliance.
Our response draws on feedback from members and calls for clearer, construction-specific guidance to ensure the regulations are applied consistently and proportionately and we will continue to engage with HSE on the next steps and future guidance. You can read the full response here.
FIS would like to thank members who shared their experiences and contributed to the response.
Health and Safety Toolkit
It is a core objective of FIS to help reduce risk and create a healthier and safer construction environment for all. Our H&S Toolkit aims to support our members work in this area.
See more news likes this
CITB Employer Forums
The new CITB Advisor role has been in place since the beginning of April and colleagues in these new roles are working hard with employers through Training Groups, Advisory Forums, Federations and other groups to help ensure they achieve the right skills for our...
HR and Health & Safety Business Briefings
Our members are invited to attend a Citation Business Briefing, various dates in August and September are available at venues across England and Northern Ireland. Join expert consultants who will discuss the latest HR and Health & Safety updates and advice to...
Measuring Plasterboard Waste in the Finishes and Interiors Sector
The Plasterboard Resource Efficiency Action Plan (REAP) produced by the Plasterboard Sustainability Partnership (PSP) sets targets for reducing waste across the sector. FIS along with Build UK have been asked to commit to a reduction in waste target of 15% by 2020....