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ALTERING LAYOUTS AT any station been installed by ’s whilst it’s still operational and moving civil team based at New Cross Gate thousands of people around every day to get cables to track level to feed the is extremely demanding therefore it is new signalling systems. no surprise that the complex redevel- As well as the cable routes, major opment of Bridge station is a modifications have been made to the real challenge for those working on the existing 1974 Westpac signalling project. with over 1000 wires to change over London Bridge station has approx- during the commissioning which MAKING imately 52 million people travelling will keep the system running until through it every year during which the new electronic Westlock system Railway Systems and Civils project becomes live in December 2014. teams from , Costain, Bal- And finally, before the platforms four Beatty, Siemens and others not can be opened the track needs to be mentioned are working tirelessly to laid, so during the first week of Feb- redevelop. ruary the team have seen the first Prior to the start of the main works ballast trains arrive during mid week TRACKS at London Bridge station the Railway nights for 4 consecutive nights. Each Systems team diverted all the signal- night 420t of ballast has been deliv- AT LONDON BRIDGE ling and communication cables (around ered by train and then during the 60km of multi-core cable) off the foot- day it’s been dozered and compacted Ballast being bridge to allow the Costain station dropped in the team to start demolition. Continues on page 2 new track well On 25th May 2013 platform 14, 15 and 16 were taken out of use and by the end of March 2014 (less than a year later) the team will bring into use ‘What has made the first new platforms. What has made this a success is the this a success people involved and the good commu- nications that are in place between the is the people Civils and Railway Systems teams. The teams have worked together with involved’ Mark Howard, Project Manager from Costain chairing interface meetings Balfour Beatty team members as follows: Dave Read; Site Manager, Steve Collins, every 2 weeks as well as the teams Dan Johnson, undertaking weekly walk outs to Richard Watson agree works, talk through logistics and agree solutions were problems arise. Gregg Smith, Man- ager for Railway Systems, Network Rail has managed the cable recover- ies and all aspects of the station sig- nalling and track interfaces with Cos- tain and has worked with contractors SRA and Balfour Beatty to recover cables and deal with other station issues such as the removal and relo- cation of station furniture which may have affected signal sighting issues for train drivers and potentially caused disruption to train services. As part of the design for the station, the Civ- ils team have The first of the new platforms at installed new cable routes in the roof canopy and under platform voids for the signalling London Bridge are due to be brought and communication copper and fibre cables to reach their destination. into use at the end of March 2014 New cable risers from the new Lon- don Bridge Equipment room have also 02 FEBRUARY/MARCH 2014 ISSUE 5 03

Continues from page 1 DURING THAMESLINK SAFETY week with Lynch Plant Hire carried out a ‘plant safety day’ which CRICKLEWOOD DEPOT was held at the Bermondsey Dive Un- der site. This was part of a week long aspiration to raise the awareness of heavy plant and construction vehi- AND SIDINGS PHASE 2 cles on sites as well as on the road. Many site operatives and office staff are not aware of the dangers work- ing with or being around heavy plant. This event gave the team a fantastic COMPLETION opportunity to get close up to plant and understand the restrictions and challenges that plant operators and Carillion team achieve a milestone for the delivery drivers have whether it is cy- clists, pedestrians or drivers that are in the vicinity. DECEMBER 2013 MARKED the successful completion of There were various types of plant the North sidings at Cricklewood. on display including a 360 excava- As part of the Thameslink programme of works the North tor, forward tipping dumper and an 8 sidings at Cricklewood previously comprised of 6 stabling wheeled tipper lorry. The sessions per roads for 8 car trains. The phase 2 works extended these sid - machine lasted for about 15 minutes ings to accommodate 6 stabling roads each capable of accom- each and all involved site personnel PLANT 1 modating an 8 car and 12 car train. Works also included the getting the chance to see the real dan- establishment of a new Depot reception road off the Up slow gers and the view from the operators mainline. cab. Over 50 people attended the ses- sions and included both site and the office based staff. There was real- ly good feedback from everyone with SAFETY DAY most being amazed at the many re- strictions and regulations now in place 2 for plant operators. Article by: Feila Scally, HS&E Manager, Skanska

to make a stable layer for the new track. This has all been completed safely with trains using the other platforms. All of which needed to Work commenced late 2012 with site set up prior to site ‘Chance be done with care so as not to affect clearance and construction through to December 2013. the waterproofing on the deck. In Prior to starting work the team had to remove over 5000 fact 200mm of ballast needed to be tonnes of wood waste from the site, This was much to the to see laid before the dozer could even go relief of the local fire brigade who were concerned about on it! the fire risk it presented and the risk of closure of the And not to forget all the other A406 which is adjacent to the site Site ready for work the real work that has gone on prior to this but critical in getting the project to the current status include: dangers’ l Installation of the protection deck, removal of listed train shed roof and columns and deconstruction of deck. Skanska and Lynch team l 7 major signalling stages to divert rail- way systems equipment away from demolition site l Several utility services diverted around the London bridge station footprint to ARTUR DYBAS IS our regular night shift Artur pictured next allow column piling including gas, water, concrete pump driver, he is a calm oper- to the concrete pump on St Thomas electricity and 3rd party data ator who works long hours and always Street, London carriers. delivers an excellent job. His skill in han- Bridge l Construction of arch 77 lift and stairs. dling the pump is demonstrated here l HV cable diversions. when after completing up stand walls l London Bridge maintenance delivery on the bridge deck he manoeu- unit reallocated to a brand new fully vred the boom over the deck functional building in the middle of down the side and under London. to pour this manhole l Blocks A-F demolition. surround. l Property management and London Artur comes from Dugeon relocated. 4 VIEW Poland and operates l Foundations, columns , crossheads and 3 this 44 metre pump bridge beams to support the new tracks December 2013, Job done and on target! and his ambition is to Once the site had been cleared the old sidings were The team have now started work on the South sidings FROM THE be the full time driver A WELL DONE TO stripped out and the old formation works dug out and where they are scrapping out the old infrastructure and of his companies 62 EVERYONE INVOLVED! relayed in preparation for the installation of new rail remodelling it to accommodate a 24 car length washer metre boom pump. infrastructure which included Overhead line equipment, road with a bi directional carriage washing machine, and Artur works regularly Article by : Lee Roberts, Programme buffer stops and drivers walkways the length of the 5 x 24 car length stabling roads. on the night shift and is Manager (Construction), Network Rail extended roads. All to be operational by April 2015 liked and respected and is part of the team that makes up the London Bridge Station Re-development Night Shift.

Any ideas or suggestions email [email protected] Inset: Concrete being pumped to the deck of Editor, Sharon Fink, Health & Safety Manager, Network Rail PUMPArticle by : Mark Bolton, Nightshift Manager, Costain the new platforms at London Bridge 04 FEBRUARY/MARCH 2014 ISSUE 5 05

tors, interface with cyclists/pedestri- Main picture and inset: Lynch Plant ans, FORS requirements, speed require- team explain the ments and hazard spotting/reporting as Examples of workings and well as maintenance of the plant itself. dirty PPE safety controls to Presentations were also delivered in the students the lecture theatre by Skanska focus- ing on new innovations arising out of industy fatalities such as Sky Siren, Fully Automatic Quick Hitches and 360 degree vision accessories for plant. STANLEY Network Rail presented the lifesaving rules and why these had been imple- mented and shared the recent cam- paign about exclusion zones includ- ing sharing the Hope Station accident (with CCTV footage).

Hope Station CCTV footage showing operative being crushed against platform by On Track Plant (operative was lucky to escape with no serious injuries)

Background very fine cut can be hard Guidance Please ensure you are in a KNIVESFollowing a recent site to stop bleeding. To in- A Policy (N000-NRT- place of Safety before walk out by Senior Net- crease your awareness you POL-SQ-000001) is in opening this link… work Rail Staff and Con- should ensure you have place for anyone who uses tractors Directors, Stan- been trained in the basic these types of knives on LOUGHBOROUGH ley Knives were found on precautions. any Thameslink site. The two sites at Patcham and Let’s face it, we don’t purpose of this policy is to during the Back get up in the morning eradicate the use of fixed to Work week we found thinking I’ll go to work blade knives and promote a number of individu- and give myself a seri- the selection of the right PLANT DAY als on these two sites with ous injury with my Stan- tools to undertake cut- banned Stanley Knives ley knife today. In reality ting, stripping or deburr- ADAM WILSON THE Health & Safe- a collaborative initiative between Client, ing Manager), Stephen (Fleet Manager) in there tool box, which most injuries are caused ing whilst undertaking ty Manager for WSP part of the WSP Principal Contractor, Plant Supplier and and Mark (Snr Ops Manager) briefed the ‘It showed the has now raised concern’s through the knife slipping work for the Thameslink / Hyder team (the designers for Cos- Designer to provide the attendees with a students on the plant operation including modern safety HIGH of how many other sites and if your lucky a small Programme. If you require tain at London Bridge project) also picture of ‘what good looks like’ in terms common bad practices, blind spots, quick these knives are being used laceration occurs to some any more information on This link shows a video, lectures a health and safety module of plant operations seemed like a strong hitches, competence requirement, warn- first construction on. We did address this part of your anatomy, if this Policy, contact your demonstrating an example of at Loughborough University. As part message for the industry to promote. ing devices, operational tests for excava- industry at it’s best’ with the individuals and your unlucky a more seri- companies Health and a spring loaded knife. of the module Adam thought it would The aim of the day was to give the stu- VISIBILITY although a number were ous injury which more Safety Manager/Advi- be a good idea to introduce some dents an overview of recent technical The students really enjoyed the day aware this was not consist- often that not requires sor and make sure you are real learning and approached Net- innovations to improve plant safety, pro- and the chance top get out of a lecture HIGH INVINCIBILITY ent across the board and stitching. using the correct tools for work Rail Health & Safety team to vide them with practical experience of a theatre and into a 14 ton excavator! some failed to acknowledge the job in hand. Article by: John McGiffen & see if there was anything that could machine operator’s viewpoint, an over- The lecturers were pleased with the or understand the dangers Injuries Don’t get caught out!!!! Maria Siakovelli, UKPNS be done. view of the importance of exclusion zones day especially the support from indus- The importance of using such a tool and Hand Knife injuries usu- Some discussions were held with sup- and H&S initiatives that Skanska and try and the chance for the students to still considered them to be ally happen when the pliers to the Thameslink programme Network Rail have implemented such as: gain a bit of practical experience. a good tool. knife slips during cut- and as a result Skanska, Lynch Plant Injury Free Environment (IFE) and the Adam Wilson, H&S Module Lec- of being seen ting or trimming, in most Hire and WSP joined forces with the Life Saving Rules. turer said “Network Rail, WSP, Skan- Historically cases the blade usually REMEMBER Thameslink Health & Safety Team to The practical activities focused on ska, Lynch Plant and Loughbor- WE’VE ALL seen it, high visibility clothing so The fixed or folding blade comes into contact with Correct selection of a suitable tool is run a Plant Awareness Day at the Uni- 3 items of plant: 6 ton forward tipping ough University all worked together dirty and tattered that it appears to be totally utility knife is popular for the workers other hand, one of the most important factors versity on the 9th December 2013. dumper, 8 wheeled tipper truck and a 14 to deliver this, it showed the modern pointless. Is it worn as a badge of honour? To both indoor and outdoor causing a laceration to the with regard to safe use. Remember The H&S module is run on the BEng, ton excavator. The students were split “safety first” construction industry at prove I’m a site worker or I have the dirtiest job use. One of the most pop- hand and/or fingers. Inju- that if the tool for the job is suitable MEng, Design Management and Con- into small groups so they could access the its best; all parties working together to round here. I’m sure you have all made comment ular types of workplace ries do also occur to other struction Management courses with plant and understand how it worked and make sure that tomorrow is better and on visiting managers and others in their bright utility knife is the retract- parts of the body, includ- and sufficient, it will not only be over 190 students going through this. the visibility issues that the operators/ safer than today. I hope that Network clean clothing – they obviously don’t work on able or folding utility knife ing the knife hand itself, safer, it is likely to make the job more The students the next generation of drives have to contend with. Rail, its supply chain and Loughbor- site, they don’t get their hands dirty, do they…. (also known as a Stanley these injuries are listed as efficient and productive. leaders for the construction industry, so The Lynch representatives Liam (Train- Students ough University can work together in High visibility clothing is worn for a purpose, knife, or by various other follows: experience the operators the future, to bring experience and evi- so you can be seen. The railway and construction names). These types of cab view and dence led solutions to all”. sites are dangerous places with many trades shar- utility knives are designed blindspots ing a work area, moving materials, moving plant, as multi-purpose cut- first hand Article by: Etienne De Toney, Health & Safety moving trains. At night or during poor lighting or ting tools for use in a vari- FINGER 51% LEG 8% Manager, Network Rail weather conditions the need to be seen is of even ety of trades and crafts. greater importance. Designed to be lightweight This also extends to your supervisors and and easy to carry and use, lation of pipework at London COSS’s being able to easily see the correct number utility knives are com- Bridge. This has resulted in min - of staff have moved to a place of safety from trains monly used in factories, imal hot works. or when other exclusion zones are created, such as warehouses, construction Bernard Okornoe’s work is made when materials are being lifted or work is being projects, and other situa- Safer by Design. Over 7000 metres carried out overhead. tions where a tool is rou- of pipe is being installed in stage 1 Your employers have a responsibility under tinely needed to mark cut alone without hot works. Health and Safety Legislation to provide you with lines, trim plastic or wood By fabricating off site and using clothing that fits and is suitable for the environ- materials, or to cut tape, SAFETY crimped connections, copper and mental conditions you work in, this also includes cord, strapping, card- steel pipework is installed with its upkeep, but you also have responsibility to look board, or other packaging almost no welding or soldering on after it! material. ARM 5% site. But when it becomes faded, torn, dirty, soiled, HAND 33% Bernard stated “the design fea- worn out, or defaced it should be cleaned or However tures save time and reduce heavy replaced. Small knives don’t auto- lifting, there is no need to continu- If you think your PPE could be cleaner speak matically seem danger- ally ask for permits and the pipe- to your supervisor or site manager. All of your ous to some, and hence MAKING THINGS EASIER and safer for achieve this – some people will know work arrives in manageable sec- employers have arrangements in place to clean, they’re not always treated BYworkers on site is somethingDESIGN we are this as “Safety by Design”. tions”. “With a good WPP and the provide cleaning vouchers or replace, just ask. with due respect. They continually trying to achieve. Working together, people within safety by design approach the task is can cause serious inju- If we think a little different and look Costain, Hyder and N.G Bailey have much easier to achieve”. Article by: Mike Netherton, ries, as some of the blades at design in detail there is often newer worked hard on the “Safety by Design” Health & Safety Manager, Network Rail are sharp enough to cut more modern technology that can help approach for the full mechanical instal- Article by: Jim Lawson, SHE Advisor, Costain Bernard Okornoe, Pipework Fitter, NG Bailey deeply. Conversely, a Statistics taken from HSE Information Sheet – How to Reduce Hand Injuries www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/pps12.pdf 06 FEBRUARY/MARCH 2014 ISSUE 5 07

When I was travelling around some countries in Asia I was shocked by the Hi-Viz took time lack of attention to health and safety in their culture. Their transport system is a good example, as there was minimum out to talk to enforcement of any speed restrictions or rules against driving on the oppo- Darren Hargreaves, site side of the road. I often saw some quite serious accidents and near misses. It really showed me how important our Siemens Apprentice DAY IN THE LIFE: safety rules are for keeping us safe. HOW DID YOU GET INVOLVED WITH THE DO YOUR STUDIES/WORK PROMOTE THAMESLINK PROGRAM? PRACTICAL APPLICATION OF HEALTH I had the opportunity to get on a fast & SAFETY? track signal design program as an ANI spend the other APPRENTICE three days working ticeships. During my research I came Health and safety is one of the units apprentice with Siemens Rail Auto- in the design office at Euston House in across an advert for Network Rails ap- I take and I have been doing a lot of mation which included working on the London. I work in an Assistant Design- prenticeship scheme for signal main- research on rules, regulations and how Thameslink program. ers role assisting the design team with tainers. After completing various selec- health and safety is implemented in the Previously I was employed by Net- the Thameslink project. My Design man- tion and interview processes I was ac- engineering industry. One of my assess- 200 attendees work Rail for six years as a Signal ager has been keen to see me progress cepted into the apprenticeship scheme. I ments involved researching and writing listen and discuss Maintenance and Fault finder Techni- and use my previous onsite signalling spent my first year studying some foun- about safety inspections. I thought the behaviours to help cian, before deciding to take a one year experience to support my design work. I dation courses at the navy base ‘HMS best way of understanding how a safety improve safety career break to travel the world. have been heavily involved with updat- Sultan’ before joining the Dartford sig- inspection works was to go and do one! When I returned to England I ing scheme plans, route tables and con- nal maintenance team and gaining my I asked my health and safety manager decided I wan-ted to challenge myself trol tables using Computer Aided Design first experience working on the railway. if he could mentor me as I performed a by exploring a new direction in my rail- under the mentorship of the design team. safety inspection of the office. way career and saw working for Sie- When I worked as a maintainer I often WHAT ROLE DOES HEALTH AND Before undertaking the inspection, I mens in Signal design as a great oppor- used these documents and diagrams to SAFETY PLAY IN YOUR LIFE? actually had no idea how many poten- tunity to do this. assist me in performing my job, so I am Health and safety has had a huge tial hazards there were just working in really enjoying being involved in the impact on me throughout my life. When an office. When I was actively looking BEHAVIOURAL SAFETY WHAT IS A TYPICAL DAY FOR YOU? process of designing them. I was working as a maintainer I had to for possible hazards, I noticed exposed As an apprentice, I attend college two Being involved with this project is consider health and safety on a daily and untidy cables that could cause trip- CARILLION SUPPORT SAFETY STAND DOWN DAYS days a week to complete my HND in also helping me to gather the necessary basis. When working line side I had to ping hazards, broken chairs that could BEHAVIOURAL SAFETY WAS the focus how sometimes when we are focused on pages on Safety Central: http://safety. General Engineering. I must say that evidence I require to obtain my IRSE regularly overcome a variety of haz- of stand-downs held by Carillion in No- the task at hand, our observational skills networkrail.co.uk/Safety-Groups/Be- returning to a studying environment Designers licence which I hope to gain ards which made following health and vember last year as part of their quarter- can switch off! This emphasised the im- havioural-Safety-Programme. has been a huge challenge for me as it by the end of 2014. safety procedures vital to keeping eve- ‘Health & safety ly safety stand down programme. Bill portance of taking time to re-evaluate a Following on from a Caril- has been 7 years since I last attended an ryone safe. Producing a well-planned Cooke, NR Principal Health and Safety situation and double check before going lion stand-down event in March last academic course. It has however, been HOW DID YOU GET INTO THE RAILWAY? safe system of work to cope with the has had a huge Manager, was invited to host the events ahead with work. The Actors performed year where the RNLI Lifeguards pre- very rewarding as I am gaining a lot of When I left school I originally wanted dangers of moving trains, the third rail, Darren undertaking an inspection impact on me which were attended by over 200 from a sequence of events, which although ex- sented their approach to safety and technical knowledge, as well as learn- to be an electrician. So I took an NVQ tripping hazards and many other haz- in the print room, noting down the the TLP Carillion team including site op- aggerated, everyone agreed represent- preventing serious incidents, Carillion ing how engineering projects are man- level 2 course in electrical and electron- ards became one of the most important untidy cables, boxesand checking eratives and senior managers. The ses- ed some of the elements we have all come committed to donating £1 for each Don’t aged. ics whilst actively searching for appren- tasks of the day. that the equipment is secure throughout my life’ sions were designed to concentrate on across at some point when on sites, which Walk By raised on our TLP sites. The the benefits of working as a cohesive promoted great discussions on what stand-downs in November were used as potentially collapse, fire doors being team, identifying ‘good’ behaviours and should have been the right behaviours. an opportunity to present a donation to We spoke to the lads to cap- left open and water leaks from cracks leading by example to ensure that eve- Everyone agreed that the stand- this important lifesaving charity. A to- Transport Minister ture their views for Hi-Vis. They in the ceiling which were in danger of ryone has the confidence to say ‘Stop’, downs were a very useful forum to col- tal of £2,480 was donated by Carillion explained that the experience they coming into contact with power sockets. re-evaluate the situations we are work- lectively focus on a positive behaving which was matched by Network Rail Visits ‘Graduating‘ have gained on the project and the I learned that recording and escalating ing in and raise a concern if necessary. safely culture and build upon the exist- bringing the total donation by Thames- proactive support and help received these hazards is very important so that This fits with the Carillion Lifeguard and ing Carillion Behaving Safely approach. link to just under £5,000. Carillion from everyone on site helped them a solution to the problem can be found Don’t Walk By campaign which encour- For those that would like to know more APPRENTICES to complete their NVQ in record and actioned. ages everyone to be vigilant of hazards, on Behavioural Safety there is a huge Article by: Debbie Bewley time. In addition to trade skills Towards the end of the inspection my challenge unsafe behaviour and condi- range of information on the Network Sustainability & Assurance Manager, Apprentices at they have learnt about risk assess- Health and Safety Manager noticed one tions, and suggest improvements for saf- Rail Behavioural Safety Programme Carillion TLP ment and the importance of Point of of my colleagues was slouching over a er working. Work Risk Assessments. They have small laptop screen despite having two The workshops were very interac- TLP Project Canal enjoyed getting actively involved in large screens in front of him which were tive encouraging input from all that at- the wide range of site safety initia- not being used. The manager decided tended using videos, exercises and even Tunnels tives, from submitting Don’t Walk By to politely ask the reasons why he was actors! They were designed to get eve- Cards with concerns or suggestions using the laptop screen which was caus- ryone really thinking about good and Great health and TRANSPORT MINISTER STEPHEN ofGRADUATE his visit, ‘’ Thameslink is one of the Canal Tunnels site and site management for improvements they have spotted, ing him to slouch and possibly strain bad behaviour and the impacts this Cheque Hammond paid a visit to the Thameslink most important transport projects cur- recognised an ideal opportunity to sup- to attending the site Safety Action his neck, instead of using the larger, can have on others around us. Obser- presented to Canal Tunnels site on November 22nd rently underway. This project won’t just port the school. Following interviews, the Group (SAG) every two weeks. Ash- better positioned screens in front of vational skills were tested, highlight- RNLI Life- safety myths last year to meet Carillion Apprentices give us a new piece of transport infra- 3 lads were selected and completed their ley was voted in as SAG Champion him. My colleague explained that he ing how people respond differently and guards and find out how they were developing structure; it is also creating a skills leg- NVQ Level 2 on the Canal Tunnels Project 6 months ago and actively encour- did not have a docking station and so their skills on the Carillion Apprentice- acy which we must capitalise on. The in November last year 3 months ahead of ages all on site to get involved in the was unable to use the screens. My man- ship Programme to support the rail in- apprentices who are cutting their teeth schedule. The visit by Stephen Hammond group. ager then asked him if he would use the dustry. on Thameslink are gaining the skills that was an ideal opportunity to present them So what does the future hold for larger screens if a docking station was Carillion, similar to many Contrac- will see them work on the ever increas- with their civils white hats as they ‘gradu- them…? In the term they are provided and my colleague agreed. My tors on TLP, is supporting the Network ing number of projects coming down the ated from their Apprenticeship. looking forward to helping the new manager came across as very friendly Rail TLP Sustainability Objective to tracks’’. Mark Walker, Carillion Project Man- Apprentice that joined the project and showed that he cared for the health deliver a social legacy of employment, Ashley, Jake & Jason started their ager, said; ‘’ They have really impressed recently and are keen to share their of my colleague. Having received my skills and training within the commu- Apprenticeship in August 2012 at the us with their attitude and willingness to experience with other young people colleague’s commitment, we arranged nities we work in. Attracting and sup- Carillion Kings Cross Construction Skills learn and to this end we have taken on all 3 in the community. They are joining for a docking station to be provided. I porting young people is a vital part of School, studying for a Diploma Level 1 and of them as part of the Canal Tunnels Team a planned visit to Whitefield Second- found this “stop and talk” to be a very this, encouraging new talent into the 2 - General Construction Operative. The full time. They are undertaking their PTS ary school near the Carillion Crickle- effective and friendly way of finding out future development and maintenance school is located directly adjacent to the in February which will allow them to gain wood site to help promote job oppor- what the problem was and gaining my of the rail infrastructure. further experience and skills within the tunities in the rail industry to the colleagues cooperation. From left to right: Carillion The Transport Minister took a tour Jason Platford and Jake Caddy, Thameslink project. Being based next school children. They are also look - I found this practical and it really of the site and chatted to 3 Carillion Transport Minister Stephen door to the training school has sent a pos- ing forward to continuing work at helped me to understand how impor- Apprentices; Ashley Edwards, Jake Hammond and Carillion itive message to those following in their Canal Tunnels until project comple- tant safety inspections are and also how The myth Graduates are banned from throwing mortar boards Caddy and Jason Platford, all of whom Apprentice Ashley Edwards footsteps in that the training gives good tion later this year and are actively easy it was to do them. I really came to

The reality Health and safety law doesn’t stop graduates having fun and celebrating have been working at Canal Tun- opportunities for full time employment discussing further options for pro- the realisation that anyone can perform their success in the time-honoured fashion! The chance of being injured by a flying mortar board is incredibly small, and when the nels since March 2013. It was an ideal upon completion. Based on the success gressing in rail including the Young an inspection or stop and talk and I feel concern is actually about the hats being returned in good condition, it’s time to stop blaming health and safety. opportunity for them to talk about of Ashley, Jake and Jason we have Supervisors Route. that this experience has motivated me their experiences on Thameslink and taken on an additional trainee who to incorporate these techniques into my their involvement in a range of site was very keen to come here based Article by: Debbie Bewley day to day life. safety initiatives. on the feedback he had received Sustainability & Assurance Go to www.hse.gov.uk/myth/index.htm to find out more No 31 October 2009 Stephen Hammond said on the day from them.’’ Manager, Carillion TLP Article by: Julien Gandemer, EHS&S Manager, Siemens 08 FEBRUARY/MARCH 2014

RECENT RESEARCH HAS shown that the majority of people would not rec- ognise the signs if someone was hav- If you take this information on board, ing a stroke. Getting help FAST to you could help save the life or a col- DON’T RELY save a life or prevent a long lasting league, a friend, loved one, or even disability… yourself… So what is a stroke? ON A STROKE l A stroke if a disruption of blood So what are the signs? supply to the brain l Approximately 85% of all strokes ACE are caused by a blockage in an artery or the heart Has their face fallen OF LUCK… l The other 15% are caused by on one side? Can they bleeding on the brain smile? l Every 5 minutes, someone in the F UK has a stroke, that’s 152,000 RMS every year l One in 5 strokes are fatal Can they raise both 58% of those that suffer a arms and keep them stroke are left with some form of there? disability A l High blood pressure and smoking PEECH are major contributors to having a stroke l Smoking doubles the risk of a stroke with someone smoking 20 Is their speech slurred? cigarettes a day, 6 times more likely S to have a stroke than a non-smoker IME TO CALL 999 l If you have diabetes, you are twice and likely to have a stroke than someone without diabetes. If you see any single one of these signs So what can I do? T l Large amounts of fruit and vegeta- bles can reduce the risk of a stroke by up to 30% l Reduce your salt intake – an increase of 5g of salt is associated STROKE with a 23% increased risk of a stroke l Reduce your alcohol consumption ACT l Exercise – Moderate physical activ- ity can reduce the risk of a stroke by up to 27% F.A.S.T. Article by : Steve Fink, Head of HSEA (Thameslink), Network Rail

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