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Those in the role of principal contractor must manage the safety of all activities on a construction site. One of those responsibilities is to control the risk from overhead lines. What was the
outcome of a recent case involving a line strike?
Published 20.09.2021
A court has heard how a vehicle contacted an overhead power line whilst it was delivering materials. What action should be taken by site managers to avoid such accidents?
Published 30.03.2020
The potentially simple task of installing a hotel sign ended in disaster for one worker. He suffered severe burns and his employer received a fine. How did this happen and at what point were the
mistakes made?
Published 11.06.2019
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
A case heard in November 2017 concerned an incident in which a vehicle struck electricity lines. What led to the near miss and if you have these lines crossing your land, what are your
responsibilities?
Published 04.12.2017
A court has heard how a driver was killed when the grab arm he was operating came in to contact with an overhead power line. How could this have been avoided?
Published 24.05.2019
In a recent safety audit you were told that you need to arrange electrical inspections for the equipment in your premises. What exactly is involved and how often is it required?
Published 29.01.2018
The HSE has recently prosecuted an NHS Trust following an accident in which an employee received an electric shock. How did the accident happen and what control measures should have been in place?
Published 03.11.2008
A substantial fine has been handed to the Atomic Weapons Establishment after an electrician suffered burns to his arm. Where did managers go wrong and what should they have done to prevent it?
Published 28.01.2019
A prosecution of South Wales Police for a safety offence shows that it’s not above the law. How did one of its staff receive an electric shock and what should have been done to prevent it?
Published 07.04.2020
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