Specifically, the CCHS will, as part of the terms of reference, consider and consult on the following issues as a minimum:
- Accident and incident data including RIDDOR reportable accidents, notifiable diseases and dangerous occurrences with the aim of identifying trends and preparing recommendations for remedial action
- Absence statistics and reasons for such absences in relation to health and safety
- Issues and trends identified in monitoring and inspection reports, health and safety audits and fire evacuation reports
- Compliance with any statutory duties
- Proposed changes to the University Health and Safety Strategy
- Proposed changes to the University Health and Safety Policy
- The introduction and effectiveness of any new University code of practice, safety circulars and guidanc
- The introduction of any new University safe systems of work
- The planning, organisation and review of health and safety training
- Adequate methods used to communicate and publicise health and safety in the workplace
- The introduction of any measure which may substantially affect health and safety at work
- Arrangements for getting competent people to help comply with health and safety laws and undertake risk assessments
- Information on the risks and dangers arising from their work, measures to reduce or eliminate these risks and what employees should do if they are exposed to a risk
- The health and safety consequences of introducing new technology
- Consultation over internal and external H&S audits.
Frequency of meetings
CHHS usually meet on three occasions during the academic year. CHHS may convene meetings on a more regular basis if required.
Quorum
The quorum for the Committee is three members representing the employer and three members representing the joint trade unions.
If non-University staff or University staff who are not members of the committee wish to attend, then a formal written request must be made to the Chair who will then decide whether the attendance at the meeting is appropriate.
Reporting relationships
As part of the consultative process, the Committee will consider the following reports and minutes of meetings from:
- The Health and Safety Governance Committee (HSGC)
- The central health and safety services (i.e. Safety Adviser’s Office, Occupational Health and Radiation Protection)
- The two main sub-committees (Biohazards and Dangerous Goods/Security committee)
- Trends or issues identified in Safety Adviser’s Office reports (e.g. noise vibration, fire, etc.)
- Reports from external enforcing authorities including the HSE and Fire Service.
- Reports from TU Representatives
- Faculties and Professional Service areas
- The Wellbeing Group.
Formal policies and codes of practice submitted to the CCHS should include a summary of all consultation that has already taken place, including, where appropriate, dates of meetings, attendees and progress made.
The membership and terms of reference for the CCHS will be reviewed annually.
Members or key people
In accordance with the Safety Representatives and Safety Committees Regulations 1977, there is a CCHS chaired by the Director of Human Resources with direct reporting responsibility to the Health and Safety Governance Committee (HSGC).
The remaining Committee members are as follows:
Role | Name |
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Faculty & PS Representative Health and Life Sciences | Gareth Roberts |
Faculty & PS Representative Science and Engineering | Carmen Tunney Harper |
Faculty & PS Representative Science and Engineering | Dr David Donaghy |
Faculty & PS Representative Humanities and Social Sciences | Dr Judi Turner |
Faculty & PS Representative Humanities and Social Sciences | Claire Saunders |
Central Professional Services Representative (PCS) | Michael Dorrian |
Human Resources Representative (HR) | Mary Moran (Chair) |
Student Life Representative | Dr Paula Harrison |
Trade union representatives
Representatives of the Trade Unions appointed by those recognised by the University - (UNITE, UCU, UNISON).
Union | Representative |
---|---|
UNITE | Matthew Howarth |
UCU | Matthew Spencer/Anna French |
UNISON | Jon McGuigan |
In attendance
Role | Name |
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University Safety Adviser | Stephen Dunkley |
Committee Secretary | Katie Blundell |
Fire Safety Representative | Vacant position |
Occupational Health Specialist Nurse | Kerry Ashton |
University Radiation Protection Adviser | Louise Nicholson |
A representative of the Guild of Students | Marc Eagle |
A School Manager | Dr Joanne Parker |
View a full schedule of Committee meeting dates.
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