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IOSH South Wales Branch/South Wales Safety Groups AllianceProgramme 2018 –2019

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Welcome from IOSH South Wales branch

On behalf of the South Wales Branch Committee, welcome to our programme.

We enjoyed another successful season in 2017–18 and we sincerely hope that you find the forthcoming year as fulfilling. We have some new committee members and many have stepped into new roles. I would particularly like to welcome our new secretary, the mainstay of any organisation.

Our comprehensive and varied programme covers a wide range of topics, all chosen from the comments forms members complete after every meeting. Please keep filling them in!

Meetings are free to attend, unless otherwise stated. Before travelling long distances, we urge you to look at the IOSH South Wales microsite (www.iosh.co.uk/southwalesbranch) to check if there have been any last-minute changes.

If you are a new or potential member, please speak to any of the committee at a meeting. We all wear clear IOSH badges. If we can help advance your membership grade with advice or support, then of course we will. There is usually a buffet, so plenty of networking opportunities. If you are unable to attend a particular meeting, you should find the presentation on our website.

Richard Thomas Branch Chair

Our twitter linktwitter.com/iosh_southwales Our Linkedinlinkedin.com/in/iosh-south-wales-branch

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Committee

Richard Thomas Chair

Tudor Williams Vice–Chair

Yasmin Royce Secretary

Martyn ClarkTreasurer

David Starling Communications Co-ordinator

Committee members

Paul Chappell

Andrew Hawkins

Ann Jones

Stephen Jones

David Murphy

Stephanie Powell

Charlotte Pring

Chris Pritchard

If you have any questions, please email [email protected]

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Welcome from South and West Wales Safety Group

Our vision is ‘to be the Group that local businesses, organisations and health and safety professionals recognise as outstanding in matters of safety and occupational health.’

We are recognised nationally for being very proactive and have achieved awards for our programme and activities from RoSPA

Our vision is achieved by our mission which is offering affordable membership fees; providing free (or low-cost) meetings, courses, conferences and seminars; facilitating networking for our members; partnering with other professional bodies; liaising with organisations such as the HSE, local authorities, fire authorities and health boards; promoting sensible risk assessments to encourage business growth; and enabling SMEs to have a friendly and helpful source of information on safety and occupational health.

Our group has always engaged with employee representatives, managers, supervisors, facility managers, occupational health advisers, consultants, students and others.

Meetings and membership of our group provide the opportunity to liaise with organisations such as the HSE, local authority environmental health departments, fire authorities and the Welsh Assembly Government. Networking and discussions are facilitated at our meetings.

This year we are celebrating 75 years and welcome contributions to our celebrations, details of which can be found on our website; www.swwsafetygroup.co.uk. Our programme is also be available there.

Phill JonesChairman

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Welcome from Wales Branch IIRSM

IIRSM is the independent charity providing practical support to everyone involved in managing risks to benefit people, society, governments and business. We are a collaborative and accessible professional body, led by our members.

We have 8,000 members globally, representing all risk areas from compliance, environmental management, health and safety, insurance, internal audit, quality management, security, project management and more.

Our members work around the world and work passionately and enthusiastically to deliver practical and meaningful improvements to occupational health and safety and business risk management.

We want to help you by providing a professional membership service that supports you, helps to develop your skills and enables you share knowledge with like-minded people.

IIRSM is almost unique in that we offer membership to health, safety and risk practitioners, organisations and their managers and supervisors.

We offer features and benefits to all, a practitioner career path or support and networking if you just need some guidance as a manager.

Branch networksBranches serve as a platform for risk managers and health and safety professionals to meet on a regular basis to network with their peers. They are open to all those with an interest in risk, safety and health. You do not need to be member of IIRSM to attend so why not come along to your local meeting?

To find your nearest branch, visit the IIRSM homepage and click on Branches.

Steve BergiersChairman

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Welcome from Cardiff and South East Wales Occupational Health and Safety Group

The aim of the Group is to raise the standard of accident prevention and preservation of health by promoting and enabling members to maintain the highest standards of health and safety at work. One year’s membership costs £40 and benefits include:- Regular up-to-date information

on a wide range of occupational health and safety issues

- Having access to the views and opinions of top professionals in the field of occupational health and safety

- Networking with other safety professionals in a friendly, informal environment

- Corporate membership, allowing a number of individuals from member organisations to attend seminars.

The Group meets every second Monday between September and June. Primarily meetings are held at the Principality Stadium, Cardiff, starting at 14.00. However, other venues and start times are sometimes used as appropriate to the subject matter. Please check current programme for details.

You are welcome to come along to a meeting, where you will be able to chat with other health and safety professionals. If you feel membership will be of benefit to you or your organisation, a member of the Committee will be happy to discuss joining the Group.

Wayne JonesChairman

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Welcome from South Wales Construction Safety Group

The South Wales Construction Safety Group has been actively involved with all aspects of health and safety in the construction environment since its formation in 1972. 2018 marks our 46th anniversary.

The Group is a member of the National Health and Safety Groups Council and the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents. It has also been actively involved with the HSE Working Well Together scheme.

Membership of the Group is open to any individual, company or organisation involved with construction activity in the South Wales area.

We have a full programme of events for the 2018 Calendar, which continues to cover a wide range of topics.

Lee TaylorChairman

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South Wales Safety Groups Alliance

Strategic aimAn alliance was formed between the Wales Branch IIRSM, IOSH South Wales Branch, South Wales Construction Safety Group, Cardiff and South East Wales Occupational Health and Safety Group and South and West Wales Occupational Safety Group in 2016. The strategic aim of this alliance is to improve the health, safety and wellbeing of all employees and others in South Wales. A holistic approach will be taken.

This will be achieved by organising low-cost or free conferences, seminars, meetings and courses for members. Officers of the groups will meet at regular intervals to organise events, discuss other projects and to report on progress.

The Alliance will also initiate partnerships with appropriate bodies such as the HSE, local authorities, fire services, the Welsh Assembly Government and the National Health Service.

An exciting and very successful conference and exhibition is held every April. The venue alternates between Cardiff and Swansea.

The second initiative of the Safety Groups Alliance is the publication of this joint calendar. Members of each of the participating groups are welcome to attend meetings of the respective groups (unless where stated).

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Members of the South WalesSafety Groups Alliance

IOSH South Wales BranchThe Institution of Occupational Safety and Health is the largest health and safety membership organisation in the world, with more than 47,000 individual members in over 130 countries. It is the only Chartered body for health and safety professionals. More details on www.iosh.co.uk/southwalesbranch

Wales IIRSM BranchThe International Institute of Risk and Safety Management is a professional body and charity that offers recognition, information and support to over 8,000 members around the world and aims to be the natural, global home for all safety, health and risk practitioners at whatever stage of their career. More details on www.iirsm.org/branches/wales

South Wales Construction Safety GroupFormed in 1972, the South Wales Construction Safety Group is actively involved with all aspects of health and safety in the construction environment since and is also one of RoSPA’s Safety Groups UK members. Meetings are arranged throughout the year, at which members can learn of the latest developments in construction relating health and safety management. For further information please visit the Group website www.constructionsafetygroup.org

Cardiff and South East Wales Occupational Health and Safety Group In order to achieve its aims of raising the standards of accident prevention, the preservation of health and the highest standards of health and safety at work, the Cardiff and South East Wales Occupational Health and Safety Group organises an annual programme of events where members can engage with leaders in their respective fields and share information and best practices in a relaxed, open forum. More information on www.cardiffsafety.co.uk

South and West Wales Safety GroupThe South and West Wales Safety Group is one of RoSPA’s Safety Groups UK members. It was founded in 1943 and is recognised nationally for being very proactive. It has regularly received awards for its programmes and other activities and it has forged links with HSE, local authority EHOs and local employers. Look out for their Give 75 Campaign during 2018 to celebrate their 75th anniversary. More details on www.swwsafetygroup.co.uk

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South Wales Branch events Wales IIRSM Branch

Cardiff and South East Wales Occupational Health and Safety Group

September 2018

Monday 10 September, 14.00 CPR and defibrillators – practical guidance and open forumJeff Berriman, JRB Health and SafetyVenue: Principality Stadium, Cardiff Organised by Cardiff and South East Wales Safety Group

Tuesday 11 September, 16.00Use of CCTV on construction sites for securityA visit to JPR Phoenix, a local security company, who will demonstrate the latest in camera/security technology and how companies like JPR are assisting contractors with security on-siteSpeaker TBC, JPR Phoenix Venue: JPR Phoenix, Penallta Industrial Estate, Ystrad Mynach, Caerphilly CF82 7SS Organised by South Wales Construction Safety GroupBooking required

Wednesday 12 September, 14.15 Understanding ISO 45001 health and occupational management systems Steve Nichols, General Manager: Training and Improvement Solutions, SAI GlobalVenue: 3M Gorseinon, Swansea SA4 9GDOrganised by South and West Wales Safety Group

Thursday 20 September, 14.00Construction dust management, related CDM duties and commissioningJim Maccall, Training for HireVenue: Holiday Inn, Tongwynlais, Cardiff CF15 7ADOrganised by IOSH South Wales Branch(Finger buffet 13.15)

Thursday 20 September, 16.00Initial Professional Development (IPD) workshop, looking at the path from Grad IOSH to CMIOSH and the need to maintain Continuing Professional Development (CPD)Tudor Williams, Branch Vice-ChairVenue: Holiday Inn, Tongwynlais, Cardiff CF15 7ADOrganised by IOSH South Wales Branch(Refreshments 15.45)

Friday 28 September, 19.30Annual Safety Quiz (buffet mid-evening, courtesy T Richard Jones) Derek Winkley and Ceri Rees QuizmastersVenue: Mercure Hotel, Swansea SA7 9EGOrganised by South and West Wales Safety Group

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South Wales Construction Safety Group

South and West Wales Safety Group

October 2018

Monday 08 October, 14.00Health and safety climate tool/open forumAndrew Turner, Capita Venue: Principality Stadium, Cardiff Organised by Cardiff and South East Wales Safety GroupJoint meeting with Wales Branch IIRSM

Wednesday 10 October, 14.00Visit to Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service HQTour of facilities and presentation on enforcement of fire risk assessments Venue: Lime Grove, Carmarthen SA31 ISPOrganised by South and West Wales Safety Group(Buffet 13.00) Numbers may be limited

Tuesday 16 October, 16.00Insulation and cladding on buildingsRichard Giddings, Technical Manager, Electrical Contractors AssociationOn the ECA’s involvement following the Grenfell Tower review Venue: Taffs Well Rugby Club, Taffs Well, Nr Cardiff CF15 7JDOrganised by South Wales Construction Safety Group

Wednesday 17 October, 14.00Workplace airborne hazards and air sampling Jeremy Evans, SKC LtdVenue: Holiday Inn, Tongwynlais, Cardiff CF15 7AD Organised by IOSH South Wales Branch(Finger buffet 13.15)

Wednesday 17 October, 16.00Initial Professional Development (IPD) workshop, looking at the path from Grad IOSH to CMIOSH and the need to maintain Continuing Professional Development (CPD)Tudor Williams, Branch Vice-ChairVenue: Holiday Inn, Tongwynlais, Cardiff CF15 7ADOrganised by IOSH South Wales Branch(Refreshments 15.45)

Remember: members wishing to attend events should first confirm the details with the organising group via their respective website.



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November 2018

Thursday 08 November, 14.00Health and safety in the boardroomSteve Pearce, Brookfield Park Risk ManagementVenue: Heronston Hotel, Bridgend CF35 5AWOrganised by IOSH South Wales Branch(Finger buffet 13.15)

Monday 12 November, 13.30Face-fit testing MRCSWVenue: Mines Rescue Centre, Tonypandy CF40 1JJOrganised by Cardiff and South East Wales Safety Group

Tuesday 13 November, 16.00Safe isolation of services and effective permits to workRichard Giddings, ECA Technical ManagerVenue: Taffs Well Rugby Club, Taffs Well, Nr Cardiff CF15 7JDOrganised by South Wales Construction Safety Group

December 2018

Monday 10 December, 13.00 Computer designed health and safety/AGM/Christmas Buffet Mark Paton, Original CAD SolutionsVenue: Principality Stadium, CardiffOrganised by Cardiff and South East Wales Safety Group

Monday 10 December, Time TBCAGM (IIRSM members only) Speaker TBCVenue: Capital Building, CardiffOrganised by Wales Branch IIRSM

Wednesday 12 December, 14.00 University Challenge: The challenges of managing health and safety in a diverse environment Claire Burt, Assistant Director Estates (H&S) Swansea UniversityMercure Hotel, Swansea SA7 9EGOrganised by South and West Wales Safety Group A joint meeting with IOSH South Wales Branch and South Wales Construction Safety Group(Buffet 13.00)




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January 2019

Monday 14 January, 14.00 Selecting appropriate PPE/open forumMatthew Marsh, UVEX Safety (UK) LtdVenue: Principality Stadium, CardiffOrganised by Cardiff and South East Wales Safety Group

Tuesday 15 January, 16.00The hazards associated with underground and overhead services Speaker TBC Venue: Taffs Well Rugby Club, Taffs Well, Nr Cardiff CF15 7JDOrganised by South Wales Construction Safety Group

Thursday 17 January, 18.00Ergonomics/DSE/workplace seatingLiz Terry, Insight Health Screening LtdVenue: Heronston Hotel, Bridgend CF35 5AWOrganised by IOSH South Wales Branch(Finger buffet 17.15)

Wednesday 30 January, 14.00 Give 75 celebrations Summary of Group’s pledges, followed by a presentation by the HSEVenue: Liberty Stadium, Swansea SA1 2FA Organised by South and West Wales Safety Group(Refreshments 13.00)

February 2019

Monday 11 February, 14.00Fire safety – Grenfell revisited/open forumShaun Doyle, Ivor FireVenue: Principality Stadium, CardiffOrganised by Cardiff and South East Wales Safety Group

Tuesday 12 February, 16.00The control of asbestos in buildings Speaker TBCVenue: Taffs Well Rugby Club, Taffs Well, Nr Cardiff CF15 7JDOrganised by South Wales Construction Safety Group

Wednesday 20 February, 14.15 Lifting plans and statutory InspectionsSteve Skelley, Barry Training Services Venue: 3M Gorseinon SA4 9DGOrganised by South and West Wales Safety Group.

Wednesday 20 February, 17.00A presentation of the work of three IOSH groups: Fire, Environmental and Waste Management, and Hazardous IndustriesSpeakers TBCVenue: Holiday Inn, Tongwynlais, Cardiff CF15 7ADOrganised by IOSH South Wales Branch(Finger buffet 16.15)



March 2019

Monday 11 March 13.30Confined spaces – a practical approachMRCSW Venue: Mines Rescue Centre, TonypandyOrganised by Cardiff and South East Wales Safety GroupJoint meeting with Wales Branch IIRSM

April 2019

Wednesday 03 April, 09.00–16.00 South Wales Safety Groups Alliance Conference, Title TBCVenue: Swansea City Football Club, Liberty Stadium, Swansea SA1 2FAOrganised by South Wales Safety Groups AllianceAttendance via booking only – delegate charge applicable

Wednesday 17 April, 14.00Mental health stigma in workplace Sue Carlick, Training in MindVenue: Mercure Hotel, Swansea SA7 9EGOrganised by South and West Wales Safety GroupA joint meeting with CIPD, IOSH South Wales Branch and South Wales Construction Group (Buffet 13.00)

May 2019

Date and Time TBCHealth and safety on the highwaySpeaker TBCVenue: Taffs Well Rugby Club, Taffs Well, Nr Cardiff CF15 7JDOrganised by South Wales Construction Safety Group

Wednesday 15 May 12.30 – AGM (IOSH members only) 13.00 – Finger buffet (all groups) 14.00 – HSE annual addressPaul Kloss, Health and Safety Executive Venue: Waterton Centre, Waterton Industrial Estate, Bridgend CF31 3WTOrganised by South Wales Safety Groups Alliance

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June 2019

Date Thursday 20 June, 14.00Water hygiene-based services, including Legionella control, water treatment, closed systems heating and chilled. Severn Trent Services Venue: Celtic Manor Resort HotelOrganised by IOSH South Wales Branch joint Meeting with IOSH Bristol and West Branch(Finger buffet 13.15)

Date and time TBCOccupational health/health surveillance requirementsSpeaker TBC, Insight Health Screening LtdVenue: Taffs Well Rugby Club, Taffs Well, Nr Cardiff CF15 7JDOrganised by South Wales Construction Safety Group

Monday 10 June, 14.00 Practical conflict management solutions/open forumVince Donovan, Safety Solutions TrainingVenue: Principality Stadium, CardiffOrganised by Cardiff and South East Wales Safety Group

Wednesday 26 June, 09.00–16.00 Alec Blackburn Annual Seminar Behavioural safetyVenue: Liberty Stadium, Swansea SA1 2FA Organised by South and West Wales Safety Group.Note: booking is essential and a delegate charge applies

July 2019

Date and time TBCConstruction site visitVenue TBCJoint meeting organised by South Wales Construction Safety Group and IOSH South Wales Branch

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