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Posted By M Darcy
I'm a safety representative and I have recently been told that I am not entitled to carry out an accident investigation unless it is a notafiable accident. Maybe I've missed something over the last 13 years. best time to investigate an accident is straight away. I'm trying to keep a level head about this but am I being denied my right as a safety representative, as far as I'm concerned I am, thoughts please,
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Posted By ITK
Regulation 6 of the SRSC regs state where there has been a "notifiable" accident or dangerous occurrence you may carry out an inspection of that part of the workplace.
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Posted By M Darcy
That is true but Reg 4 functions and 7 information etc, the two tie in, to be given the information to fulfill functions, i.e accident investigation and not only notafiable.
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Posted By Fred Pratley
It is important that someone keeps an eye on the little things - finger cuts etc- and that needs to be local supervision. After all, this is within their responsibility, but there is no reason not to check on minors and their causes as part of routine workplace inspections.
Certainly anything more than a minor needs to be more thoroughly investigated and causes identified for the benefit of all concerned - irrespective of notifiable or otherwise.
Provided investigations are done properly (and I would agree that usually means asap afterwards) and actions are taken and the findings are shared with representatives etc, then management has fulfilled its obligations.
Our normal practise is to advise reps of findings and agree remedials.
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Posted By Raymond Rapp
I was in a simialr position some years ago and your dilemna highlights the need for changes in the SR&SC Regs. I used the catch all section that has already been mentioned, that a h&s rep is entitled to reasonable assistance to carry out their functions. I think I also mentioned contacting the HSE for clarification if it was needed - it was not!
Regards
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Posted By Adrian Clifton
As youare a Safety Rep you should have access to the Safety Representative and Safety Committee Regulations (the Brown Book). I think you will find your answer under Reg 4 (1)(a) and (b) The Functions of a Safety rep. As a former Safety Rep of 18 years, my advice (which worked for me and my employer) is to try and investigate together, not seperately as this leads to confrontation and friction. Point out your legal rights and invite your employer to join you in the investigation process. You should both want the same thing, reduced accidents, but maybe not for the same reasons. a) because you as a representative really care and b) because your employer wants to reduce sick pay.
If you need further help/advice, e-mail me.
Adrian
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