safety first or savings ?

[brunswick]

how many offices are encountering the problem of back door savings at the detremental cost to safety, ie it's been the coldest december for years, only to be told we haven't got any de-icer or no windscreen wash, its on order. and what about town rounds,no batteries for the cycle lights particularly on a saturday early morning start. the sh-- will hit the fan if someone is seriously injured or worse in the performance of their duties, keep a record of when and who you ask for these essential items that you require to do your job safely and efficiently.

[stokes11eg]

how many offices are encountering the problem of back door savings at the detremental cost to safety, ie it's been the coldest december for years, only to be told we haven't got any de-icer or no windscreen wash, its on order. and what about town rounds,no batteries for the cycle lights particularly on a saturday early morning start. the sh-- will hit the fan if someone is seriously injured or worse in the performance of their duties, keep a record of when and who you ask for these essential items that you require to do your job safely and efficiently.

I would also suggest that you fill in a risk assessment form, eveytime you are expected to go out onthe dark
with no torch lights etc, sign and date it, and give it to your line Manager----

[johnnyp]

I would REFUSE to use a van or ride a bike unless these items were in house and there wont be alot any manager will be able to do.

[brothermagrew]

I would REFUSE to use a van or ride a bike unless these items were in house and there wont be alot any manager will be able to do.

Quite agree, and would also add SET THE SAFETY REPS LOOSE ON THEM.