New Chief of Construction for HSE Announced
8 March 2013
The SHP reports that The HSE has announced today (8th March 2013), that its new chief inspector of construction is Heather Bryant. Ms Bryant takes over from current chief inspector Philip White, who leaves at the end of March after four years in the post.
The HSE's chief inspector of construction heads a division of 260 specialist inspectors, policy officials and support staff. Despite significant improvements in recent years, construction remains one of Britain's most dangerous industries – 49 people were killed and 2,884 seriously injured in 2011/12. If you would like to read more about this story visit SHP online.
It is good to see more women senior roles within the industry especially on International Women's Day!