Two contractors have been fined over an accident in which a construction worker received an electric shock from an overhead power line. What happened and how was his life saved?
Published 26.04.2017
In a case heard at the end of 2015 two large companies found themselves in court after a fatal accident involving electricity. What happened and what could they have done differently to avoid it?
Published 15.02.2016
In October 2015 the HSE published a revised version of its electrical guidance. Who is the document aimed at and are there any major changes you must take into account?
Published 20.11.2015
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
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 recent case has highlighted that although the risks of hitting an underground service during excavations are well documented, accidents are still happening. What lessons can be learnt this time?
Published 23.02.2009
A property development firm has been ordered to pay fines and costs of £175,000 after its electrical work and follow up testing was done so badly that a worker died. What happened?
Published 16.05.2013
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 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 recent case, which followed a fatal accident, has highlighted the risks created by poor and unsafe electrical installations. What caused the accident and how can you prevent a similar one on your
premises?
Published 16.06.2009