Contractors in the construction industry were made aware of cancer caused by exposure to harmful substances at work during an awareness day held in September.
The Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) presented its No Time to Lose campaign at McLaren Construction Ltd’s Contractors Awareness Day.
Research suggests that in Britain, around 8,000 people die each year from a work-related cancer and there are almost 14,000 new cases of cancer caused by work registered annually.
The latest global study, revealed that this dreadful disease is claiming at least 742,000 lives a year worldwide.
McLaren Construction, a company specialising in new build and refurbishment projects for major blue chip clients, signed up to the No Time to Lose campaign pledge and made a commitment to prevent exposure to carcinogens in its workplace.
No Time to Lose aims to raise awareness of significant carcinogens such as asbestos, silica dust, solar radiation and diesel fumes and help businesses take action by providing free practical resources.
Shane Hallam, Regional Safety, Health and Environment Manager (Midlands/North) at McLaren Construction said:
“As part of the third Contractors Awareness Day, McLaren Construction were delighted to have the involvement of IOSH through the No Time to Lose campaign.
“The managing of occupational health and in particular occupational cancer is significant to McLaren Construction to ensuring the safeguarding and protection of the workforce and supply chain members. IOSH’s No Time to Lose campaign is an excellent tool in communicating this message.”
Alan Blanchett, Group Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality Director at McLaren Construction said:
“At McLaren Construction, the protection of our employees, sub-contractors and the general public is carefully considered throughout the project life cycle. Our aim is to provide a working environment that is free from harm by promoting a clear and positive safety culture, ensuring the well-being of all parties involved with our work.”
“With our association with IOSH through the No Time to Lose campaign, we look to enhance our performance in the knowledge and delivery of the promotion to prevent occupational cancer.”
