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MPs call for Parliamentary debate and action over deaths of young people at work

by Mike Berry 5 Mar 2007
by Mike Berry 5 Mar 2007

A growing number of MPs from all political parties are calling for a Parliamentary debate and government action over the number of deaths and injuries of young people in the workplace.


Over the past decade, 14,500 teenagers were seriously injured at work and 66 killed, official figures show.


To help prevent these unnecessary deaths and injuries, the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH)  has produced a six-point action plan, Putting young workers first.


The plan calls on the government to make the new workplace hazard awareness course for year 10 pupils, developed by IOSH and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE),  a mandatory part of every curriculum.


Scores of MPs across all parties have signed up to the Early Day Motion, Protecting Young People in the Workplace.


Michael Clapham MP, chairman of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Occupational Safety and Health, sponsored the motion, and is calling for a Parliamentary debate about the issue.


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“The large number of deaths and injuries of teenagers in the workplace is an appalling tragedy, involving wasted young lives and misery. But all this is preventable. Young people at the beginning of their working lives, through lack of life experience and health and safety training, are particularly vulnerable to workplace hazards. Protecting the vulnerable is an essential mark of a civilised society,” he said.


IOSH president Lisa Fowlie said: “This is an issue that deserves to be debated at the highest level. We will continue to press for action from government, educators and employers to ensure that the workers of tomorrow are able to lead a full, fit and happy life.”

Mike Berry

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