TUC calls for safer apprenticeships
TUC calls for safer apprenticeships
The TUC wants union safety reps to make sure apprentices have a safe introduction to the world of work. It says in the past two years, 10 young people on government funded learning schemes have been killed at work. TUC general secretary Brendan Barber said: 'The tragic deaths of 10 young people in the past two years were all avoidable. Everyone at work should be fully aware of the health and safety procedures and legislation that are in place to protect them.' Launching a new leaflet for union safety reps on the role of modern apprenticeships, he added: 'Union safety representatives do a wonderful job keeping staff safe at work. This leaflet will help them better understand the role of the modern apprentice and will ensure apprentices know there is someone specifically tasked with looking out for their safety at work.' Over a quarter of a million young people are involved in apprenticeship schemes in workplaces throughout the country. The leaflet, produced with the Learning and Skills Council, provides guidance for safety representatives to ensure that apprentices and other trainees work in a safe environment and are given adequate support and training.
- TUC news release and LSC/TUC apprentice health and safety leaflet [pdf].
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