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We look forward to welcoming you as a RoSPA member.
Your support will help us with our vital work to prevent accidents.
Join now and also receive your free welcome gift. Find out more here.
Winter offer! - drive out the risk this Christmas*
With dark nights and winter driving, this country’s variable weather conditions pose a wide range of problems for road users.
To minimise fully accident risk, you need to
adapt your driving to the different conditions.
Treat yourself or someone you know to
something special this festive season, the
RoSPA’s Ultimate Driving Package.
*Special offer for just £120!!!*
This package includes:
All the reading material required to pass the advanced test
Membership of a local group where you will receive all the advanced training you require (free as part of your membership) – over 50 groups available
An online psychometric test allowing you to assess your driving behaviour
And finally . . . the ultimate driving test, the most challenging test available to the general public and based on the same standards as the police advanced driving test.
By becoming an Advanced Driver you can benefit from:
Improved driving skill
Improved fuel consumption
Less wear and tear on your vehicle.
RoADAR - As a member you may also benefit from:
Lower insurance premiums
Free copy of ‘Care on the Road’ journal every two months
Free copy of RoSPA’s Road Safety e-bulletin
Discounted price for Online Driver Training
Discounted breakdown cover with GEM Motoring Assist
Discounts off Halfords’ products and services
Discounts off selected satellite navigation systems.
This is a package that offers so much, for you and the people you care about.
Help keep our roads safe; for more details and /or to book call 0121 248 2099 or email
*This is only available for individuals wanting to take the advance test in their own time.
Christopher Bullock MBE
RoSPA was very sad to hear that Christopher Bullock MBE, Chief Executive of the IAM, passed away suddenly on Monday 19 November 2007.
Christopher had been the IAM's Chief Executive since 1994, and made a substantial contribution to road safety, not just through the work of the IAM but also in his support for, and partnership with, many other road safety organisations, including RoSPA.
Tom Mullarkey, RoSPA Chief Executive, said, “This is very sad and unexpected news. Chris will be remembered for his superb contribution to road safety for over a decade and the many important and long-lasting changes, which he has led the IAM through. All of us at RoSPA would like to extend our condolences to Chris's family and the Trustees and staff of the IAM.'
Before joining the IAM, Christopher had a long career with Shell, and during the 1980s was responsible for Shell's charitable giving - at that time the largest corporate donor in the UK - and for sponsorship of environmental, arts and other community organisations. This included founding Age Resource, which aimed to harness the benefits of an ageing society and is now the 'younger arm' of Age Concern.
Christopher was deservedly awarded the MBE earlier this year. He is survived by his wife and two sons.
With changes in the law directly affecting the responsibilities of directors in regard to health and safety, RoSPA has a range of events, courses and consultancy to help you keep abreast of this and implement new practices.
1. Directors’ Conference – 28th January 2008 - Cheshire
Please note this date and location for our fourth Directors’ Health and Safety Responsibilities Conference.
This event offers directors, senior managers and health and safety professionals the chance to explore recent developments:
Health & Safety: an emerging board level performance issue
HSE/IoD guidance on directors’ health and safety responsibilities
Corporate manslaughter: what this means for directors
Directors setting targets and tracking performance – CASE STUDY
Directors getting up to speed – CASE STUDY
Directors leading on priorities – CASE STUDY
Places at our leading Directors’ Health and Safety Responsibilities events are in high demand so we recommend that you secure your place today.
Bookings received before 21st December will save 20% from an early bird discount. RoSPA Members also receive extra discounts.
2. Director Involvement in Health and Safety course, 13 March 2008 at RoSPA, Birmingham, or at your premises in-company
This training course workshop has been developed to follow attendance at the RoSPA Director’s conference. It will enable you to put theory into practice. It incorporates the new HSE/IoD guidance and provides an opportunity to explore the benefits of a 'beyond compliance' approach at board level.
It is a one-day course and allows organisations to reflect on the importance of health and safety as a corporate governance issue, and the directors' role in delivery. Emphasis is on addressing issues both competently and systematically, and delegates have the opportunity to explore HSE case studies where the 'health and safety equation' has been balanced.
You can choose to attend an open course at RoSPA’s training suite in Birmingham on 13 March, or, if you choose to book the day as an in-company workshop on your own premises, the programme can be tailored to incorporate your own organisation's safety management system documentation and case studies relevant to your industry sector.
For details of the day’s programme visit our website.
Contact us now to find out how we can help you on an individual basis; call 0121 248 2233 or email training@rospa.com
Director's Briefing Service Consultancy
This is suitable for those organisations looking for solutions specially tailored to their own organisation. Visit our website for more information.
New statistics - fatalities on Scotland's roads
Latest figures showing a 10 per cent increase in deaths on Scotland’s roads are a reminder to businesses to ensure they are playing their part in trying to reduce the toll of accidents.
Willie Wills, RoSPA Road Safety Manager for Scotland, said: “It is extremely worrying that 314 people were killed last year - 28 more than in 2005”
To find out the details and read our full response to these latest statistics, visit our website
Starting to Cycle – A Guide for Parents
Are you in a position to distribute a booklet that can benefit parents and families?
The new year will see many children learning to cycle for the very first time. Whilst it is important for youngsters to enjoy their Christmas presents, safety is also important when cycling, especially when practiced on or near roads.
Starting to Cycle - A Guide for Parents is a 15-page handbook designed to support parents in helping their children develop through the stages of learning, including issues when buying a bike, preparing a bike, teaching and learning, good habits, maintenance and also further development.
This fantastic resource has just been updated to include the latest information.
Sold in packs of 100, this is a perfect handbook to distribute to parents and those responsible for children’s safety.
For more information and/or to buy this product, call our sales team now on 0121 248 2233.
The cost of translation
Here at RoSPA we are always looking to develop our services to cater for everyone’s needs. We have identified the demand for some of our posters and products to be translated into other languages, in particular Polish.
Would health and safety posters in Polish suit your organisation?
Health and safety advice and warnings need to be clear and accurate. Incorrect interpretation can be dangerous to employees and those around them.
If translated products would be of benefit to your staff, click here to express your interest.
Calling all water and leisure operators!
The 2008 National Water Safety Congress - 'Education into Information' will be taking place in Bristol on 3rd & 4th March.
This year's event will focus on the need for both adults and children to have effective water safety education and information, enabling them to make informed choices when they are in and around water.
Key presentations will also look at implications of the imminent Corporate Manslaughter legislation for water site operators, and advice on dealing with the aftermath of an accident, in the unfortunate instance of one occurring.
The Congress offers an ever increasing range of learning and networking opportunities, whether your area of involvement is managing beaches, swimming pools, water sports activities or other kinds of water sites, tailored workshop and discussion tracks will allow you to access the safety information most relevant to your organisation.
Save 20% book before 25th January 2008
For further information and to book online, click here. Alternatively, call the booking hotline on 0121 248 2120
News to share?
Organisations wishing to sponsor an issue, advertise a vacancy or share success stories can contact e-letter@rospa.com.
Join us!
RoSPA is an independent charity and a uniquely comprehensive safety organisation. As a RoSPA Member you will be supporting our mission to save lives through preventing accidents in all walks of life. RoSPA Members also enjoy a range of benefits to help you to achieve your own safety goals, so join RoSPA today and see how we can help you.
You can also support RoSPA by arranging fundraising activities, or through a simple donation. RoSPA also have many sponsorship opportunities.
2. Director Involvement in Health and Safety course, 13 March 2008 at RoSPA, Birmingham, or at your premises in-company
RoSPA was very sad to hear that Christopher Bullock MBE, Chief Executive of the IAM, passed away suddenly on Monday 19 November 2007.
Latest figures showing a 10 per cent increase in deaths on Scotland’s roads are a reminder to businesses to ensure they are playing their part in trying to reduce the toll of accidents.
The new year will see many children learning to cycle for the very first time. Whilst it is important for youngsters to enjoy their Christmas presents, safety is also important when cycling, especially when practiced on or near roads.
