HSE calls on designers to prepare now for upcoming regulatory changes to building safety
As part of work underway to establish a new Building Safety Regulator and reform the building safety system, HSE is urging those who design high-rise buildings to act now to prepare for the changes coming when the Building Safety Bill becomes law.
The Building Safety Bill, currently making its way through...Read More »
Director sentenced after apprentice injured in fall from height
The director of an air conditioning company has been sentenced after a worker sustained a broken back when he fell five metres to the ground.
Chelmsford Magistrates’ Court heard how, on 24October 2019, Coolzone Air Conditioning Limited were contracted to replace an air conditioning unit at Eastman House, Radford Cres, Billericay.
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Oil company fined following liquid petroleum gas leak
The operator of the UK’s largest oil refinery has been fined for health and safety breaches after a leak of liquid petroleum gas (LPG) was discovered by a worker cycling home at the end of their shift.
Southampton Magistrates’ Court heard how, on 15 November 2015, there was an uncontrolled release...Read More »
Food manufacturing company fined after worker injures finger in machinery
A food manufacturing company has been fined for safety breaches after a hygiene operative suffered a serious injury when his hand came into contact with a mixer.
Leeds Magistrates’ Court heard how on 8 November 2019, the employee of Troy Foods (Salads) Ltd had his index finger severed after his left...Read More »
Farm employee fatally injured by telehandler
A farming partnership has been fined after a farm worker was fatally injured following an incident involving a telehandler within the pig barn.
Weston Super Mare Magistrates’ Court heard how, on 17 October 2019, Mr Andrew Denning, a self-employed farm worker, was helping with the mucking-out and animal welfare checks inside...Read More »