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November 3, 2020

GGF urges companies to “work safe” during latest lockdowns

GGF urges companies to “work safe” during latest lockdowns

The GGF is urging all companies and workers in the sector to make sure they not only stay safe but also work safe during the latest lockdown.

John Agnew, GGF Managing Director commented, “The latest lockdown restrictions will dramatically affect many sectors, and it is welcomed that the UK and Irish Governments are trying to keep pillars of the economy going and that includes manufacturing, construction and home improvement. Though this is positive for our sector, it is crucial that all companies and their employees adhere to the safe guidance available and take every practical and reasonable step to ensure that everyone stays safe in the workplace.”

In May, the GGF issued Safe Guides for installers and consumers as well as publishing the Site Operating Procedures for construction sites as well as manufacturing safe guidance. As the second wave rises, this guidance is still available for free download to all companies in the industry.

To read a GGF breakdown of the latest guidance by country, please click here

Here’s the links to the Safe guidance documents for the Glass, Glazing and Fenestration sectors.

GGF Guides

GGF Safe Guide for Homeowners  

 

GGF Safe Guide for Home Improvement companies working during COVID-19

FENSA Guides

FENSA – Practical safety precautions when installing windows & doors during COVID-19

FENSA Guidance on completing a Risk Assessment

FENSA Risk Assessment Template

Construction Leadership Council

Working on construction sites – Site Operating Procedures (version 4)

Government Guidance 

COVID Recovery Plan

Working safely in people’s homes

Working safely in shops and branches

Working in manufacturing

Working in Transport

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