THE British Safety Council will be recognising companies in Yorkshire which have reduced workplace accidents and are committed to improving employee health and safety.

The National Safety Awards will be handed out on May 16 and are open to applications from large and small enterprises from public and private sectors.

David Ballard, director general of the British Safety Council, said: "The National Safety Awards is a pinnacle event for companies which are excelling in health and safety. This award is recognition for the investment companies make to protect their workforce by ensuring high standards in health and safety".

So far, 24 companies from the region face a stringent awards panel.

Entry forms are available from Annette Cross on 020 86005593.

Updated: 09:27 Friday, May 02, 2003