MPA Health and Safety

REGISTER NOW: Only 3 weeks to go until the online MPA Health and Safety Awards 2024! Don’t miss this free online event on Wednesday 13 November, 3pm – 4.30pm. Register for free now: https://lnkd.in/eHK8Dshk #SaferbySharing: With entries from 33 companies across 8 topic awards (numbering 142 entries), ‘The Fatal 6’ and Eurobitume categories, Individual and Young Leader awards, plus the sought-after John Crabbe and Sir Frank Davies trophies, the event promises to be both informative and uplifting. Why register? Whether you’re a senior executive, manager, supervisor, operative, supplier or contractor, this is a unique opportunity to share the practices that are transforming health and safety, and recognise actions that make working environments safer for all. Everyone’s invited: A series of specially commissioned videos, makes this online event ideal for viewing at quarries and production plants. So please share this invitation widely and encourage all your colleagues to join the show and adopt award-winning ideas to help keep people safe. For more information please contact David Yelland email David.Yelland@mineralproducts.org. Special thanks to our headline sponsor DAF Trucks UK and award category sponsors @Certora Training Limited ,Eurobitume UK, JCB, Mineral Products Qualifications Council (MPQC), and STAS Trailers UK. Thanks also to all those who submitted entries including from: AG Paving and Building Products, Aggregate Industries UK, Banner Contracts, Blue Phoenix UK, Breedon Group plc, Brett Group, Burlington Stone, Buxton Lime, CEMEX UK, CleanSpace Technology, Clubb Sand and Gravel Limited, ConSpare Ltd, CPI EuroMix Mortars Ltd, Creagh Concrete, D Wardle (Plant) Ltd, Day Group Ltd, EPC-UK, Forterra PLC, Heidelberg Materials UK, Ibstock Plc, Lhoist, Mansfield Sand Company Limited, Marshalls plc, Northstone Materials, ProSpare Ltd, Sibelco Group, Smith & Sons (Bletchington) Ltd), Tarmac, The Hogan Group, Tillicoultry Quarries, Van Elle. #MPAHSAwards #VisionZero #HealthandSafety #SafetyAtWork #SafetyLeadership

REGISTER NOW: Only 4 weeks to go until the online MPA Health and Safety Awards 2024 on Wednesday 13th November, 3:00pm – 4.30pm. With 142 entries, this free online event is a unique opportunity to share innovations and celebrate the achievements of our amazing industry! Register for this free online event now: https://lnkd.in/eHK8Dshk #SaferbySharing: With entries from 33 companies across 8 topic awards (numbering 142 entries), ‘The Fatal 6’ and Eurobitume categories, Individual and Young Leader awards, plus the sought-after John Crabbe and Sir Frank Davies trophies, the event promises to be both informative and uplifting. Why register? Whether you’re a senior executive, manager, supervisor, operative, supplier or contractor, this is a unique opportunity to share the practices that are transforming health and safety, and recognise actions that make working environments safer for all. Everyone’s invited: A series of specially commissioned videos, makes this online event ideal for viewing at quarries and production plants. So please share this invitation widely and encourage all your colleagues to join the show and adopt award-winning ideas to help keep people safe. For more information please contact David Yelland email David.Yelland@mineralproducts.org. Special thanks to our headline sponsor DAF Trucks UK and award category sponsors Certora Training Limited , Eurobitume UK, JCB, Mineral Products Qualifications Council (MPQC), and STAS Trailers UK. Thanks also to all those who submitted entries including from: AG Paving and Building Products, Aggregate Industries UK, Banner Contracts, Blue Phoenix UK, Breedon Group plc, Brett Group, Burlington Stone, Buxton Lime, CEMEX UK, CleanSpace Technology, Clubb Sand and Gravel Limited, ConSpare Ltd, CPI EuroMix Mortars Ltd, Creagh Concrete, D Wardle (Plant) Ltd, Day Group Ltd, EPC-UK, Forterra PLC, Heidelberg Materials UK, Ibstock Plc, Lhoist, Mansfield Sand Company Limited, Marshalls plc, Northstone Materials, ProSpare Ltd, Sibelco Group, Smith & Sons (Bletchington) Ltd, Tarmac, The Hogan Group, Tillicoultry Quarries, Van Elle. #MPAHSAwards #VisionZero #HealthandSafety #SafetyAtWork #SafetyLeadership

#WorldMentalHealthDay: Are you struggling to cope? Remember, you are not alone and there is always someone to help you. Below you can see the immediate actions you can take if you are struggling to cope. Coping right now: -         Try not to think about the future – just focus on getting through today. -         Stay away from drugs and alcohol. -         Get yourself to a safe place, like a friend’s house. -         Be around other people. -         Do something you usually enjoy, such as spending time with a pet. Start the conversation: -         If you find it difficult to talk to someone you know, you could: -         Call your GP – ask for an emergency appointment. -         Call 111 out of hours – they will help you find the support and help you need. -         Contact your mental health crisis team – if you have one. -         Call a confidential helpline (Call the Samaritans on 116 123 or Text "BEAMATE" to 85258) For more information and resources, please visit Mates in Mind at https://lnkd.in/gSmtHmn, The Lighthouse Charity at https://lnkd.in/gdSn_mi, and International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) at https://lnkd.in/gU7tE4-W. Please view MPA’s free mental health resources and supporting information on Safequarry.com, including our guides to ‘Recognising and Managing Mental Health and Wellbeing Issues - Clear, Simple, Smart’ for Employees and Managers: https://lnkd.in/dyhTNt5. #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #SuicidePrevention

#WorldMentalHealthDay: Why is World Mental Health Day important? -  875,000 workers experienced work-related stress, depression or anxiety in 2022/23. -  Stress, depression or anxiety accounted for 49% of work-related ill health and 54% of all working days lost due to ill health in 2022/23. -  The main work factors cited as causing work-related stress, depression or anxiety include the demands of the job, lack of control, lack of information and support, work relationships, and roles and responsibilities. Please view MPA’s free mental health resources and supporting information on Safequarry.com at https://lnkd.in/dyhTNt5, including our mental health guides for employees and managers. Employees Guide - Recognising and Managing Mental Health and Wellbeing Issues - Clear, Simple, Smart’: https://lnkd.in/eUBwDvY7 Managers Guide - Recognising and Managing Mental Health and Wellbeing Issues - Clear, Simple, Smart: https://lnkd.in/e36rSPMQ Download Mates in Mind free World Mental Health Day resource pack and poster at https://lnkd.in/eT6trsNE. For more information and resources, please visit the following websites: Mates in Mind at https://lnkd.in/gSmtHmn, The Lighthouse Charity at https://lnkd.in/gdSn_mi, and International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) at https://lnkd.in/gU7tE4-W. #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #SuicidePrevention #Stress

#WorldMentalHealthDay: In 2022/23, there were an estimated 875,000 cases of work-related stress, depression, or anxiety in the UK. In 2022 there were 6,588 deaths registered in the UK where the cause was recorded as suicide. Four in five suicides are by men, with suicide the biggest cause of death for men under 35. These shocking statistics continue to get worse and affect many occupations throughout UK industry including #construction, transport and logistics, fire and security, manufacturing, farming and medical professions. Spot the signs that someone may need support: -   Feeling restless and agitated. -   Feeling tearful. -   Not wanting to talk to or be with people. -   Not wanting to do things they usually enjoy. -   Using alcohol or drugs to cope with feelings. -   Finding it hard to cope with everyday things. -   Not replying to messages or being distant. -   Their work just doesn’t appear to be at the same standard. -   New pattern of unexplained lateness or absences. -   Recent inability to concentrate on their work or in meetings. -   Recent inability to complete any of their work. You might not always be able to spot these signs, and these emotions show up differently in everyone. Find out how to #StartTheConversation by downloading Mates in Mind free World Mental Health Day resource pack and poster at https://lnkd.in/eT6trsNE. Please view MPA’s free mental health resources and supporting information on Safequarry.com, including our guides to ‘Recognising and Managing Mental Health and Wellbeing Issues - Clear, Simple, Smart’ for Employees and Managers: https://lnkd.in/dyhTNt5. For more information and resources, please visit the following websites: Mates in Mind at https://lnkd.in/gSmtHmn, The Lighthouse Charity at https://lnkd.in/gdSn_mi, and International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) at https://lnkd.in/gU7tE4-W. #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #SuicidePrevention

#WorldMentalHealthDay (10th October) was created to raise awareness of, and drive positive change for, everyone’s #mentalhealth. ‘It’s also a chance to talk about mental health, how we need to look after it, and how important it is to get help if you are struggling.’ This year, the theme is 'It is Time to Prioritize Mental Health in the Workplace'. This World Mental Health Day start the conversation within your own organisation and across your networks. Why is World Mental Health Day important? - 875,000 workers experienced work-related stress, depression or anxiety in 2022/23. - Stress, depression or anxiety accounted for 49% of work-related ill health and 54% of all working days lost due to ill health in 2022/23. - The main work factors cited as causing work-related stress, depression or anxiety include the demands of the job, lack of control, lack of information and support, work relationships, and roles and responsibilities. Download Mates in Mind free World Mental Health Day resource pack and poster at https://lnkd.in/eT6trsNE. Please view MPA’s free mental health resources and supporting information on Safequarry.com, including our guides to ‘Recognising and Managing Mental Health and Wellbeing Issues - Clear, Simple, Smart’ for Employees and Managers: https://lnkd.in/dyhTNt5. For more information and resources, please visit the following websites: Mates in Mind at https://lnkd.in/gSmtHmn, The Lighthouse Charity, and International Association for Suicide Prevention at https://lnkd.in/gU7tE4-W. #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #SuicidePrevention

REGISTER NOW: Don’t miss the MPA Health and Safety Awards 2024, Wednesday 13 November, 3pm – 4.30pm. Sign up for this free online event now: https://lnkd.in/eHK8Dshk #SaferbySharing: Join us to celebrate and share the mineral products industry’s health and safety innovations and achievements. With entries from 33 companies across 8 topic awards (numbering 142 entries), ‘The Fatal 6’ and Eurobitume categories, Individual and Young Leader awards, plus the sought-after John Crabbe and Sir Frank Davies trophies, the event promises to be both informative and uplifting. Why register? Whether you’re a senior executive, manager, supervisor, operative, supplier or contractor, this is a unique opportunity to share the practices that are transforming health and safety, and recognise actions that make working environments safer for all. Everyone’s invited: A series of specially commissioned videos, makes this online event ideal for viewing at quarries and production plants. So please share this invitation widely and encourage all your colleagues to join the show and adopt award-winning ideas to help keep people safe. For more information please contact David Yelland email David.Yelland@mineralproducts.org. Special thanks to our headline sponsor DAF Trucks UK and award category sponsors Certora Training Limited , Eurobitume UK, JCB, Mineral Products Qualifications Council (MPQC), and STAS Trailers UK. Mineral Products Association, The Institute of Quarrying, Aggregates Business Magazine, The QMJ Group | Quarrying, Construction, Recycling & Dimensional Stone Events & Publications, Hillhead - International quarrying, construction + recycling show, Hub-4 Digital Media Limited, Health and Safety Executive #MPAHSAwards #VisionZero #HealthandSafety #SafetyAtWork #SafetyLeadership

REGISTER NOW: Don’t miss the MPA Health and Safety Awards 2024, Wednesday 13 November, 3pm – 4.30pm. Sign up for this free online event now: https://lnkd.in/eHK8Dshk #SaferbySharing: Join us to celebrate and share the mineral products industry’s health and safety innovations and achievements. With entries from 33 companies across 8 topic awards (numbering 142 entries), ‘The Fatal 6’ and Eurobitume categories, Individual and Young Leader awards, plus the sought-after John Crabbe and Sir Frank Davies trophies, the event promises to be both informative and uplifting. Why register? Whether you’re a senior executive, manager, supervisor, operative, supplier or contractor, this is a unique opportunity to share the practices that are transforming health and safety, and recognise actions that make working environments safer for all. Everyone’s invited: A series of specially commissioned videos, makes this online event ideal for viewing at quarries and production plants. So please share this invitation widely and encourage all your colleagues to join the show and adopt award-winning ideas to help keep people safe. For more information please contact David Yelland email David.Yelland@mineralproducts.org. Special thanks to our headline sponsor DAF Trucks UK and award category sponsors Certora Training Limited , Eurobitume UK, JCB, Mineral Products Qualifications Council (MPQC), and STAS Trailers UK. Thanks also to all those who submitted entries including from: AG Paving and Building Products, Aggregate Industries UK, Banner Contracts, Blue Phoenix UK, Breedon Group plc, Brett Group, Burlington Stone, Buxton Lime, CEMEX UK, CleanSpace Technology, Clubb Sand and Gravel Limited, ConSpare Ltd, CPI EuroMix Mortars Ltd, Creagh Concrete, D Wardle (Plant) Ltd, Day Group Ltd, EPC-UK, Forterra PLC, Heidelberg Materials UK, Ibstock Plc, Lhoist, Mansfield Sand Company Limited, Marshalls plc, Northstone Materials, ProSpare Ltd, Sibelco Group, Smith & Sons (Bletchington) Ltd, Tarmac, The Hogan Group, Tillicoultry Quarries, Van Elle. #MPAHSAwards #VisionZero #HealthandSafety #SafetyAtWork #SafetyLeadership

SAVE THE DATE: The MPA Health & Safety Awards 2024 will be presented at a prestigious online event at 3pm on Wednesday 13 November and will showcase the steps which the industry is taking to move closer to the achievement of Vision Zero. With entries from 33 companies across 8 topics (numbering 144 entries), ‘The Fatal 6’ and Eurobitume categories, Individual and Young Leader awards, plus the highly sought-after John Crabbe and Sir Frank Davies trophies, the event will recognise some of the best innovations and practices from across the UK mineral products sector. The online event is highly suitable for viewing at sites. We encourage sharing the event widely within companies, with arrangements made at sites so that colleagues can join in and watch the Awards live and maximise the potential to share good practices and recognise the good work done by members. Full details on how to register free of charge, will be available shortly. Special thanks to our headline sponsor DAF Trucks UK and award category sponsors Certora Training Limited , Eurobitume UK, JCB, Mineral Products Qualifications Council (MPQC), and STAS Trailers UK. Mineral Products Association The Institute of Quarrying Aggregates Business Magazine The QMJ Group | Quarrying, Construction, Recycling & Dimensional Stone Events & Publications Hillhead - International quarrying, construction + recycling show Hub-4 Digital Media Limited #MPAHSAwards #SaferbySharing #VisionZero #HealthandSafety #Health #safety #safetyatwork #safetymanagement #safetyleadership

It is best practice to fire a blast from outside of the declared danger zone. However, if you are firing a blast and need to be inside the declared danger zone then you must use a shotfiring shelter. The QNJAC ‘Positioning a shotfiring shelter’ Toolbox Talk provides you with the information to correctly locate shelters and can be downloaded here 👉🏻 https://t.ly/9hmmg Please share this post with your colleagues and customers and help us make our industry a safer place. To learn more about the important work of QNJAC or to get involved yourself, please visit www.QNJAC.co.uk #quarrying #zeroharm #safety #pleaseshare