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Barn roof 02.11.2005

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Barn roof

Whilst installing a barn roof, a 21-year-old man fell from a 'home-made' basket balanced on the forks of a telehandler, approximately 25 feet above the ground. The young man received serious injuries. Investigators found that the contractor had not met its obligations to ensure that all work at height is planned, supervised and carried out in a safe way, and that workers involved should be trained and competent.

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Vice-President of FIEC, Chairman of the FIEC Social Commission
"Many accidents on site involve young people who tend to be less aware of accident risks on construction sites. For our industry, it is vital that our young people make a safe and healthy start to their working lives. It is crucial for the construction industry if it wants to effectively carry out construction works whilst remaining competitive. FIEC totally supports the 'Safe Start' 2006 European campaign focused on young people"

Peter Andrews, Vice-President of FIEC, Chairman of the FIEC Social Commission