Useful contacts for Health and Safety
BBC - Health and Safety
Information on Health and Safety for BBC staff. Gives thorough risk assessment and HSE guidelines for most subjects you're likely to come across, from working at height, to water and guns.
European Agency for Safety and Health at Work
Information network detailing European legislation and information on worker and employer health and safety issues worldwide.
Health and Safety in broadcasting and the performing arts
Health and Safety Executive
Details its responsibilities and what they can do for you.
BECTU
Contains useful downloadable pdfs outlining hazards for different job roles. BECTU Safety Representatives can help with identifying potential hazardous working practices and are involved in liaising with the workforce.
PACT
Contains useful Health and Safety information specific to film and television.
SafeWorkers
Offers extensive information on well–being and safety in the workplace. Its features and articles are written by professional journalists and experts who have a particular interest or a background in this area.
Workplace Health Connect
Is a free, impartial and confidential service that helps small businesses examine and control the risks. In some areas, advisers can visit your premises. They will help suggest cost effective steps you can take to reduce the risks.
