Communication and engagement at all levels of Thameslink Programme and project teams were recognised as being critical to achieving the stated Health & Safety aim of getting everyone home safe every day.
Planned roadshows and conferences gave Thameslink Programme leaders the opportunity to set the tone for the workforce’s approach towards Health & Safety.
Supplier Conferences & Roadshows
Directors, project managers and Health & Safety professionals from over 50 different organisations attended these conferences for Network Rail and its suppliers. The events focused on varying, diverse issues including:
- Client and supplier perspectives towards Health & Safety challenges and opportunities
- Mental wellbeing, stress and health assessments
- Manual handling
- Drive awareness
- Plant demonstrations
- PPE showcases.
Directors Health & Safety Steering Group
This was the focal Health & Safety meeting for Thameslink Programme, making strategic Health & Safety improvements. It aimed to achieve two-way communications from clients and suppliers on Health & Safety matters while sharing best practice and lessons learnt.