The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has welcomed the launch of a new initiative by broadcaster Sky to involves employees in open dialogue about a wide range of workplace issues, including health and safety matters.
The Sky Forum, a panel of 67 staff representatives elected by Sky’s 13,000 employees, gives staff a platform to air their views and discuss ideas, not only with fellow employees but also with senior management and members of Sky’s executive committee.
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In addition to consulting with staff on health and safety, the forum acts as a channel for two-way communication about Sky’s business objectives and other workplace issues such as training and development. Members of the forum are to meet up to six times a year.
Bill Hazleton, a London-based HSE inspector who has closely involved with Sky in the past two years, said: “An actively engaged workforce is fundamental to successful health and safety. A consultative approach can improve the bottom line of a company by reducing injuries and ill health.”
