The GMB UNION remain committed to ensuring that the safety of all our members is of paramount importance during these very difficult times.
As a result of the Government Guidelines and Legislation around ‘COVID SECURE WORKPLACES’ the GMB have developed a thematic approach to carrying out inspections at police sites across the whole of the Force.
Inspections are being carried out by the GMB UNION and findings reported to the Senior Leadership Teams of the District concerned.
The reports will hopefully encourage positive action by the SLT in addressing what we the GMB consider to be failings in respect of current legislation and guidance.
The Corporate Model promoted by West Yorkshire Police through its Force Wide circulations will also be tested to ensure compliance.
The GMB want to make sure we are all safe when we come to work and by introducing this inspection regime we hope to ensure words will be translated into actions and that the environment in which we all work will become a safer place.
The virus is still here and will be for some time but as a UNION the GMB are committed to making a difference and will continue to highlight employer failings in the interest of keeping our membership safe from harm.
If you have any concerns please do not hesitate and contact our Lead Health and Safety Representative Martin JORDAN. (Please use the GMB UNION E Mail )
Posted: 13th February 2021