SMALL construction firms throughout Bury are being invited to attend a free Health & Safety Executive safety awareness day at Haydock Park on Friday, October 8.

There were 13 fatal construction accidents in the north west and almost 500 serious injuries during 2002-03. The event will see the launch of safety messages "for the industry, from the industry".

Further information from Martin Heywood at HSE's offices at Grove House, Skerton Rd, Old Trafford, Manchester by telephone on 0161 952 8200.