To approve the council’s updated health and safety policy and strategy. 

The Cabinet member for economy and corporate services introduced the health and safety policy and strategy which was a statutory requirement and had been refreshed and updated. The management structure and lines of responsibility had been updated and included in the corporate risk register.

It was noted that from January to April 2015, incidents under the Reporting of injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) had reduced by 50%.

Cabinet members were asked to note that the health and safety management board included three council members and views were sought on membership to be forwarded to the cabinet member for economy and corporate services.

RESOLVED

That the updated health and safety policy and strategy for its implementation be approved.

There followed a short statement before the close of the meeting from the Cabinet member for economy and corporate to announce that in interest of public and staff safety it was decided to temporarily close Hereford library and museum with effect from today.

Questions on this matter would be dealt with following the close of the Cabinet meeting.