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If you plan to use a ladder at work make sure it’s the right ladder for the job, stay up to date with the latest campaign news sign up for the free Ladders Exchange e-Bulletin

Launch of the revamped asbestos topic site, with greater focus on campaign and key themes.  View Asbestos - hidden killer website

Part of HSE’s Ladder Exchange initiative, HSE has provided a step by step guide to using your ladder safely. Visit the Ladder Exchange site

The 2008/9 European Campaign focusses on sensible risk. The campaign reaches a climax in October with events nationwide. Find out about events near you

Starts October 2008. Are you more at risk that you think? Asbestos - the Hidden Killer video tells the story of a mesothelioma victim and his son tell their story about how it has affected their lives. Watch the Hidden Killer video

Don’t let a dodgy ladder shatter your life, exchange it! Help spread the word - download the campaign poster and postcard. Download the Ladder Exchange campaign materials  

In this issue: escalators and moving walks consultation, Asbestos: The Hidden Killer campaign, Sensible Risk campaign, Ladder Exchange 2008, new gas installer registration… Read LAU news - September

National campaign launches October aimed at plumbers, electricians, joiners as well as other tradesmen. Get involved - download the campaign posters. Download the campaign posters

During October and November 2008 HSE in partnership with key stakeholders will be running a national campaign to target tradesmen to raise awareness that they are more at risk than they think from asbestos. The campaign will build on the success of the previous pilot campaign in the North West.  Find out more about Asbestos - the [...]

It’s easy to get involved the concept is simple; if you have a ladder which is bent, broken or battered you can part exchange it for a new one with a discount of up to 50%. If you plan to use a ladder at work make sure it’s the right ladder for the job.  Pre-use checklists and [...]

Essex Local Authorities have joined forces with the HSE to launch their ladder safety campaign at the Sealife Adventure in Southend on Sea. View press release

Exchange your dodgy ladder now. Ladder Exchange 2008 aims to highlight the risks associated with using a dodgy ladder, providing employers with the opportunity to exchange their substandard ladder for a new one at a discounted price. Find out how to exchange your ladder

The August 2008 Myth of the month poster “Even Mr Punch needs a written risk assessment” is now available in Welsh. Welsh version of the Myth poster  

National campaign starts October 2008, targeting tradesmen at risk from asbestos exposure. Find out more about the October asbestos campaign 

Greater Manchester, Huntingdon, Great Yarmouth, Amber Valley, Bolsover, Chesterfield and North East Derbyshire councils have recently signed up to HSE’s sensible risk campaign. View the sign up photos
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