When an operative lost his balance and fell into a sewage well, the HSE stated that he was working at height and reasonable precautions to prevent falls should have been provided. What can be learned
from this case?
Published 02.04.2013
If you were under the impression that the HSE had stopped focusing on working at height, this case certainly proves otherwise. Why did the HSE prosecute and how can you avoid a similar experience?
Published 05.11.2007
In an extraordinary case heard in April 2016, the court found that two directors had ignored all the warning signs imaginable, leading to one man’s death. How did they get it so wrong?
Published 16.05.2016
A company has been fined after an employee fractured his back and ribs following a fall from a house in Frodsham, Cheshire. Why did the accident happen and what can you do to protect your workers
falling from height?
Published 23.03.2023
A company has been prosecuted for failures which led to the death of a worker who was repairing a roof. They had tried to use hay bales as a “safety net”. Where did it go wrong, and does this rule
out unusual fall protection ideas?
Published 20.10.2010
A company boss who wound up his company to avoid paying a health and safety fine has found himself back in court and banned from being a director for the next six years. Why was he caught out?
Published 17.09.2018
A property refurbishment company has been fined £1.1 million after a worker fell three metres and suffered such serious injuries that he required a major blood transfusion. What caused the accident?
Published 11.06.2020
When devising a safe system for working at height you must take into account the weather conditions and plan for these accordingly. A company that didn’t, ended up in court. What happened?
Published 26.03.2012
There are frequent prosecutions for unsafe working at height, but a close look at court listings shows that companies which install solar panels are starting to dominate the headlines. Why is this
and what must you do as the client?
Published 15.04.2016
Two companies have been prosecuted after three workers fell through the same fragile roof - in separate accidents! How did they happen and is it possible to prevent a similar fate at your premises?
Published 01.02.2011