A recent case has highlighted why it’s vital that you properly manage tasks involving work at height. What happened and what can be learned?
Published 24.10.2012
Finally, the corporate manslaughter prosecution of Lion Steel Equipment Ltd has concluded. What happened, and is there anything to be learned from this case?
Published 14.09.2012
Lion Steel Equipment Ltd has just become the second company to face corporate manslaughter charges. Does this mean you’re now at greater risk too?
Published 19.09.2011
A 17-year old worker fell to his death whilst working on a roof. However, even though a jury reached a verdict of unlawful killing, his employer escaped a charge of manslaughter. Why, and what might
happen in the future?
Published 12.02.2007
Two owners of a warehouse, along with their contractor, have been held responsible for a roof worker’s death. As this case shows, liability can stick to a client, even when an injured worker doesn’t
report to them directly. What happened?
Published 21.06.2017
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
An employee fell through the roof of a Tesco store, yet managed to walk away with minor injuries. But did the supermarket giant get off so lightly?
Published 21.10.2016
Although most falls from height are usually in high risk industries such as construction, a recent case has proved that they can happen almost anywhere. What happened and what can be learned from
this case?
Published 07.06.2012
In a recent case, the owner of a roofing company was prosecuted following the death of an employee. What mistakes did he make and how can you avoid falling into the same traps?
Published 07.03.2009