Caravan sites offered health and safety advice
The Health and Safety Executive is offering advice for this summer
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Monday, 18, Jan 2010 10:38
Caravan owners heading to sites in the south-west may notice an improvement in health and safety standards this summer.
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and South West Tourism have teamed up to offer caravan parks advice ahead of the new season, Bideford People has reported.
A number of events will take place at sites throughout Devon, Somerset and Cornwall, with information available on a range of subjects.
Topics include gas and electricity safety, risk assessment, fire regulation, asbestos and legionnaires disease.
Further optional sessions will be offered covering swimming pool management, play equipment, crime prevention and marketing.
"The caravan, camping and holiday park sector is a very important part of the tourist industry in the south-west and looks after thousands of visitors each year," explained HSE head of operations Max Walker.
He added that health and safety should be paramount for anyone working in the industry and said this is especially important during the peak months.
The south-west is popular among caravan enthusiasts thanks in part to its good weather, beautiful scenery and surfing opportunities.