Building site safety in Altrincham

Youngsters in Altrincham are in the picture when it comes to staying safe having designed their own posters warning of the dangers of playing near construction sites.

The children from Broadheath Primary School were invited to draw safety signs following a visit from Redrow’s health and safety mascot Buster Bear.

Those who created the best posters were presented with their prizes when Buster, along with the company’s health and safety manager David Ford and Jeff Dickinson, site manager of Stamford Brook in Altrincham, returned to the school.

David explained: “Because Broadheath School is so close to Stamford Brook it’s important that the children are aware of the potential hazards. By inviting them to design their own posters it’s reinforced the crucial safety message that although building sites might look like fun they can be dangerous places.”

Budding artists Connor Erskine, eight, Lili Nyeste, 10, Jessica Beattie, six, Olivia Fielding, five, and Kaitlyn Horrocks, six, were presented with gift vouchers as their prizes.

Redrow will display the children’s artwork on site at Stamford Brook.

Jan Dyson, head teacher of Broadheath Primary School, said: “We’re grateful for Redrow for giving the children a fun lesson in staying safe and the chance to display their artistic talents.”

Redrow is currently building homes at two phases of Stamford Brook, The Willows and The Elms, for more information see: redrow.co.uk