Pilkington scoops major industry award

Pilkington, the St Helens-based glass manufacturer walked away with the prestigious Health and Safety Award at G08 Awards, the top glazing industry award ceremony.

Voted for by independent industry experts and presented by comedian Alexander Armstrong the award is given to companies that have made significant progress in the health and safety area, achieving clear positive results.

The gong was one of 12 distributed during the glitzy ceremony at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole.

Thorough training, safety courses for key employees, external qualifications and the use of protective equipment throughout the branches all reduced the amount of lost time accidents and significant injuries within Pilkington by 88 per cent in less than 10 years.

Brian Pilling, Human Resources Director, Pilkington Building Products UK, said: "We're thrilled to have won this award and it is testament to the hard work of all our employees over the past few years".

"Pilkington has placed the improvement of health and safety at the centre of its business strategy, understanding that our people are the most important asset we have".

"Health and safety is no longer just a priority within the business - it is now part of the core values from the board of NSG Pilkington to the employees working on the shop floor".

David Ash, Pilkington UK Health and Safety Manager, said: "Whilst the safety record of the window industry is very impressive, our employees operate heavy machinery, travel long distances and sometimes work long hours, which can leave them open to risk".

"Companies must do all they can to ensure the safety of all staff through strict procedures, training and management processes and we are delighted to have been recognised as leading the way in health and safety in our industry.

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