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Health and Safety law applies to on-the-road work activities in the same way that it does to all work activities, so the risks need to be effectively managed within a health and safety system.

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Research indicates that about 20 people are killed and 250 seriously injured every week in crashes involving someone who was driving, riding or otherwise using the road for work purposes.

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James joined First Option in 2015. He has an MSc in Environmental and Risk Management and is a Graduate member of IOSH with an NCRQ certificate in applied health and safety. He also has an RSPH Certificate in Asbestos Management and is an Advanced Open Water Diver. He has extensive experience of TV and film safety support with many notable credits.

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Article last updated on Feb 3rd, 2025

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