Decision details

Purpose of report: To update the Executive Member on the Health & Safety arrangements as requested at the Executive Member Decision Session on 2nd July 2018, as follows, that a report on actions being taken to ensure consistency in the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) by council workers and Contractors carrying out highways repairs and other street works in York be brought to the September Decision Session.

The Executive Member will be asked to consider and note the contents of the report.

Resolved:  (i)      That the review, and the decision taken to increase the base level of PPE for Highways staff, be noted.

                   (ii)      That information on PPE and the progress of the review be placed on the council’s website.

Reason:     So that the public are made aware of the PPE standards that apply, and which organisation/s to contact with any concerns.