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
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
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
The owners of Topshop have been heavily fined following an accident in which a queue barrier fell on to a young girl. Just a week later, a similar accident occurred at another store. What happened
and why?
Published 05.04.2019
Your business isn’t one whose services are aimed at children, but they often come into the building with their parents. What precautions do you need to take to ensure their safety?
Published 19.03.2012
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
North Lincolnshire Council has been ordered to pay fines and costs of over £200,000 after a driver was killed by a faulty car park barrier. Where did it go wrong and if you have similar barriers on
your premises, what should you do?
Published 19.10.2015
An estate agency has been handed a £200,000 fine after a lady fell 30 feet into a well during an open house viewing. How did the accident occur and what should the agent have done differently?
Published 10.04.2017
B&Q has been fined £300,000 after a member of the public suffered injuries when parts of an in-store display fell down. Why did this accident happen and what measures should the DIY chain have
taken to prevent it?
Published 13.06.2019
A lift maintenance firm has been ordered to pay fines and costs of £100,000 after it missed indications that a lift was heading for a serious failure. What happened and why?
Published 09.04.2015