The London Borough of Lewisham has been found guilty of safety charges after a visitor fell into a vehicle inspection pit. What should the local authority have done differently?
Published 09.02.2018
In 2016 two separate prosecutions led to heavy fines for businesses whose failures caused the deaths of members of the public. What happened and what action must you take to avoid similar accidents?
Published 26.09.2016
You’re thinking of installing outdoor play equipment for children visiting your premises. However, you’ve heard that the requirements are really onerous. What’s involved?
Published 26.04.2017
A recent decision from the Court of Appeal proves that employers and landowners can avoid being held accountable following an accident. Based on this case, what can you do to follow suit?
Published 01.09.2009
A company has been fined after a child was killed by an unsecured power pole which rolled from beneath him whilst playing. What steps should have been taken to ensure this didn’t happen?
Published 30.03.2020
Two companies have recently been fined a total of £200,000 following the death of a nine-year-old girl. How did the accident happen and what steps, if any, should you be taking to avoid something
similar taking place on your site?
Published 03.12.2007
You have a public right of way crossing your land and are concerned that pedestrians are at risk from moving vehicles. Do users automatically accept the risks or are you responsible for their safety?
Published 08.11.2018
A leisure club has been fined after Wigan Council received complaints from members of the public. What was found during its visit and could the prosecution have been avoided?
Published 16.04.2018
Fashion brand Hugo Boss was heavily fined in connection with the death of a child at one of its stores. How could it get its public safety measures so wrong and what lessons are there for others in
the retail trade?
Published 29.10.2015
During previous school holidays you noticed that children were playing on your site. You’re especially concerned as this summer you are planning some building work. What are your liabilities and what
do you need to do?
Published 19.06.2015