With the whole of the Waste Management industry coming under the spotlight following a number of recent fatalies Health and Safety is a constant concern

CIWM nationally is part of the Waste Industry Safety and Health Forum (WISH)

For details of current publications and guidance see WISH

In the North of the Centre there has been established a collaborative Group with representatives from across the industry who have a common interest in safety issues. The North East Waste Safety (NEWS) group meets on a quarterly basis to share experience and promote good practice.

For additional information see

Minutes of last meeting

Agenda for next meeting

Location plan for meeting

PRESENTATIONS

Introduction to the NEWS Group

The Gateshead training experience

HSE Initial Audit findings

For more details of the NEWS Group contact Andrea Blackett