Welcome to our latest newsletter where you can review the results of the first CDM2007 Impact Survey conducted by CDM2007.org. We hope you will find it of practical use.

David Jones Blog looks at the safe use of cut off saws to avoid Respirable Crystalline Silica (RCS).

We introduce our new CDM Course for Contractors and Managers undertaking Measured Term Contract works and ask you to email us your contact details if interested.

There are still places available at the 'Work at Height' Conference ~ book your place now to avoid disappointment.

Finally a few choice news items from across our industry.

According to the first CDM2007 Impact Survey, effective implementation of the regulations still looks to be some way off for a significant minority of organisations operating in the UK’s property, building and construction and related sectors.

It reveals that over half (54 per cent) of the 228 CDM2007 duty-holder participants in the survey are not confident that their management colleagues across all levels inside their organisations understand their CDM2007 responsibilities.
 

 
Click here to view the CDM2007 Impact Survey Report

This short course, delivered on-line using video, podcasts and written notes ensures that your team understands the practical and legal duties under these new regulations. 

Register your interest  at  info@cdm2007.org  Tel: 0845 299 4346

The HSE have put out a strong warning to organisations to re-examine the way they undertake any Work at Height  following the death of a worker in a tragic accident. Read more>> 
 

Our colleagues in the South East are bringing all the areas of Work at Height together for a one day event where the current issues can be shared and discussed. For more details and to download the booking form click here

On 1st August the BBC reported that a man was killed when he was hit by a vehicle driven by a fellow worker at roadworks in Cumbria. Read more>>

A workman who was crushed by a digger as a new gas main was laid near Box has died from his injuries.
The accident happened just after noon on Thursday 30th July 2009 when Stuart Leigh Meakin was helping to dig a trench. Read more>>

Council are to conduct an inquiry as two young girls feet were badly burnt when they stepped onto freshly laid hot tarmac ... Read more>>

Click here for the link to view the HSE's video  to show how to avoid creating extremely hazardous dust when using cut-off saws ...
We invite you to post your comments.  

If you really want to see what the Code for Sustainable Homes could mean to your company, touch the materials used and understand how buildings could look, jump on the bus for the SMART ROADTRIP TO INNOVATION PARK. Read more>>
 

In a major initiative, HSE is allowing free downloads of some 230 publications containing health and safety guidance for a multitude of industries, in addition to detailed information on regulations and codes or practice. Read more>>