As a recent case shows, it’s essential to ensure that long lengths of heavy materials are stacked safely. What happened and what would have prevented the accident which led to the prosecution?
Published 14.04.2014
A company has been fined following the death of an employee on its premises. He was killed when boxes of frozen fish fell on him. What can be learned from this case and how can you prevent a similar
incident on your premises?
Published 31.08.2016
Although a loft can provide a perfect storage area for equipment or files that aren’t used frequently, a recent case has highlighted some basic safety precautions that should be taken. What should
you be doing?
Published 19.09.2011
In April 2017 a company was given a large fine in connection with an accident in which a heavy bale of plastic fell on a worker. What happened and how can such accidents be prevented?
Published 21.07.2017
An apprentice working at a joinery workshop died from serious head injuries after a stack of MDF boards fell on him. How did the accident happen, and how can you avoid a similar incident on your
premises?
Published 06.04.2009
Although empty space in a boiler room may appear to be the ideal spot to store rubbish, the outcome of a recent case may change your view. What happened and what can be learned from this case in
particular?
Published 23.03.2009
A recent case concerned a tragic death from carbon monoxide poisoning. It was a tragedy not only due to the loss of life, but because it was entirely avoidable. What happened?
Published 21.06.2011
As a case heard in 2015 shows, if you have overhead power lines on your premises, complacency can be fatal. What happened in this case and how can you avoid a similar tragedy?
Published 05.01.2016
If you use, transport or handle metal materials such as rods and sheets, you should be aware of updated guidance from the HSE. What’s covered and are there any new rules to consider?
Published 26.09.2016
A health club and its lift contractor have been ordered to pay substantial fines after a woman was killed by a faulty lift. What happened and what can be learned from this case?
Published 02.07.2010