– Demolition work at a Staffordshire site was halted after asbestos was discovered – An unlicensed company and individual were appointed to manage the clear-up instead of a licensed contractor – HSE investigation found that the demolition was not properly planned or managed Two Midlands companies and a site manager have been sentenced after a […] read more
Employers have the same health and safety duties for home workers as for office-based staff Key risk areas to consider include stress and mental health, display screen equipment, and working environment Free guidance is available to help employers meet their responsibilities. Over a third of workers in Great Britain now work remotely or in hybrid arrangements, but not all employers realise health and safety responsibilities apply […] read more
– Carl Parsons, 34, was killed and Luke Madavan was seriously injured when a cherry picker struck an 11,000-volt overhead powerline – Two companies have been fined following the death of Carl Parsons and life-changing injuries to a colleague at a Devon biogas site. – HSE investigation found that Willand O&M had been advised to […] read more
Resident died after being served food that did not meet his documented swallowing requirements. HSE investigation found a failure in the system of work for preparing and serving modified meals. Thomas Telford had a well-documented history of dysphagia and was at high risk of choking. A care home company has been fined after a resident […] read more
Seven employees reported with vibration-related conditions including nerve damage and finger blanching Workers described daily life impacts including numbness at night and inability to grip Company failed to risk assess vibration exposure or provide health surveillance and training A metal fabrication company based at Immingham Docks in North East Lincolnshire has been sentenced after pleading […] read more