School student who was using a band saw has been severely injured
A school student sustained serious tendon damage and severe cuts on his right hand, specifically…
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Significant fine given to manufacturing organisation after fatal injury
At a site in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire a worker received a fatal crush injury when…
What risk assessments should I carry out for people returning to work including those classed as clinically vulnerable?
Employers have a duty of care to employees, requiring them as far as reasonably practicable,…
Providing Minimum and Safe Welfare Facilities during the Pandemic
Employers must provide sufficient, suitable and safe welfare facilities for their employees as a legal…
HSE Guide to Protecting Lone Workers
The Health and Safety Executive have amended their simple guide for employers focusing on the…
COVID-19: Testing for Essential Workers
If you’re an essential worker who is self-isolating (not able to leave home), you can…
Importance of Fire Precautions for Timber-framed Buildings
A recent case from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) highlights that it is essential…
Airline Company Flybe Fined for Lift Shaft Fall
This recent case from the Health and Safety Executive highlights the importance of taking effective…
HSE advises on the importance of fitting RPE correctly
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is advising healthcare workers currently using respiratory protective equipment…
Logistics Company Fined after Fall Protection Breaches
A recent case from the Health and Safety Executive focuses on how poor management control…