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Suffocation 02.11.2005

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A 16-year-old died of suffocation after falling into a bin holding supplies of flour. She was cleaning the surface of the bins for the first time, and had not been shown how to do so safely. The collapsible part of one bin opened: their lids were found to be badly designed, and there were no clear procedures for working around them.

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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