Branch events 2011/12

** Please note - there is no charge for these events, and you do not need to book! **

08 September

08:00 – 10:00                       Complex Systems Behaviour

            Dr Bernard Masters will explain complex systems behaviour in relation to group dynamics. As Course Organizer of the South West Region UK, Institute of Ergonomics and Health Factors (IEHF),  he encourages opportunities to increase inter-professional exchange of ideas related to understanding of human factors based on applied neural science and brain based behaviour.

Dr Bernard Masters BEd(Hons) DC PhD IEHF

13 October

08:00 – 09:30  Radiological Protection – an update on the legal requirements for keeping and using sources of ionising radiation.

            This presentation will be a quick guide to the legal requirements, recent changes and an update on legal requirements including new or emerging EU Directives,  Environmental Permitting Regulations which legislate radioactive materials, usage and disposals, Exemption Orders and Qualified Experts.

Sheila Liddle
Independent Consultant Radiation Protection Adviser 

10 November

08:00 – 09:30  Promoting involvement within the construction industry

            The key objective for this presentation is the implementation of new ideas to successfully promote new and competent recruits into the construction industry.

Karsan Vaghani
Director of Capital Projects
University of Bristol

01 December

08:00 – 09:30  Use of Human Performance Tools to Reduce Events and Accidents

            Tony will explain the general principles of Human Performance and its benefits to organisations, particularly in terms of improving safety performance.  He will give some practical examples of his experience with the process in the nuclear industry.

Tony Gaskell
Human Performance Programme Manager, Magnox Limited

12 January

10:00 – 12:30                       Legal Update

            Kevin Bridges and Richard Voke will use a range of legislation and case law examples from a variety of industries and sectors to leave us in no doubt about what's expected of us, and what might happen if we get it wrong.

Kevin Bridges
Partner, Pinsent Masons LLP

Richard Voke
Partner, Lyons Davidson

09 February

10:00 – 12:30                       Construction Review

            Andrew will update us on current and proposed developments in construction and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), and comment on notable accidents, incidents and prosecutions.

Andrew Kingscott
Principal Inspector, HSE

08 March

08:00 – 09:30                       Manual Handling an Innovative Approach

            A unique approach to this age old problem. Delivering Zero Accidents in manual handling is achievable. A fun and interactive presentation that shares some important lessons that have been learnt in developing the programme to deliver. How we have successfully introduced the ‘new tool’ in manual handling, born from Olympic Weightlifting and now setting industry standards.

David Snowdon
Managing Director and Founder of Pristine Condition LTD

12 April

08:00 – 09:30  Chemical safety in industry

            Alan Banister will be reflecting on and discussing his 20 years experience in Chemical Safety, including the understanding of Chemical Safety, problems with certain industry areas, how to improve PPE compliance and a personal reflection on Dermatitis

Alan Banister
Magnox Ltd

10 May

08:00 – 09:30

            AGM & Using Theatre to get the message across (following AGM)

                  Following a short AGM the Theatre Learning Company will demonstrate in innovative and entertaining way to offer workplace training. Using actors they will present sketches depicting attitudes and behaviours and interactive 'freeze frame' drama, giving the audience an opportunity to direct characters towards a preferred outcome. Don't miss out on this highly entertaining and engaging event.

Joe McNaulty
Theatre Learning Company

07 June

14:00 – 15:30  (buffet lunch 13:00)           

Lies, More lies and Statistics – uncovering the real facts and figures in health and safety

            Looking behind the official figures to get a real picture of health and safety performance

Dr David Whyte
Reader in Sociology, School of Sociology and Social Policy, University of Liverpool

Our meetings are usually held at the British Aerospace Welfare Association (BAWA). Please see venue information for further details.

• Refreshments are available for 15 minutes before meetings start.
• Visitors and guests are always welcome at our meetings.
• Transcripts of presentations are available to members in the document library.