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Welcome to SHIFT > Home

The Safety & Health in Foundries Targets initiative (SHIFT) is an initiative designed by the Foundry Industry to help companies control the risks to the health and safety of their employees. The initiative has the objective of reducing accidents by up to 30% over five years and so reducing the pain and suffering of individuals and the cost to industry.

SHIFT > Quick Links

• The Target
• How Does It Work?
• Benefits of the Initiative
• Requirements to join the Scheme
• Industry Guidance
• H&S Management Policies
• Accident Statistics
• Frequently Asked Questions