Death of Marius Badiou – An Update from HSE
The investigation into the death of a slinger signaller has been handed over to the Health and Safety Executive.
Marius Badiou died on 21 July 2022 during a lifting operation at the Gatwick Railway Redevelopment Project at Gatwick Airport.
A joint investigation was launched with and led by the British Transport Police....Read More »
Two new non-executive directors to join HSE Board
The Secretary of State for Work and Pensions has confirmed two non-executive director appointments to the Board of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
Chyrel Brown and David Coats will fill two vacant positions on HSE’s Board, bringing with them a wealth of experience that will strengthen the existing team.
Chair of...Read More »
Roofing contractor fined after worker falls from a roof and dies
A North West roofing contractor has been fined after an employee fell from a roof ladder and died at the scene.
In May 2021, roof replacement work was being carried out on a domestic property in Burnley by Richard Thornton, trading as Vanguard Roofing. On the final day on site, an...Read More »
Fine for company which ignored previous enforcement action
A property development company has been fined £8,000 for failing to adequately assess the risks involved in a refurbishment project, despite having been subject to previous enforcement action.
Health and Safety Executive (HSE) inspectors visited a Daneets Developments Limited site in Bond Street, Blackpool, on 7 June 2021 during which enforcement...Read More »
Timber company fined £80,000 after worker hurt in fall
A Devon-based timber company has been fined £80,000 after an employee fell through a stairwell while working on a barn conversion.
The 49-year-old driver and warehouse operative, employed by Lamisell Limited, was working on the barn, which was being converted for rental use, at the company’s address near Okehampton, on 14...Read More »