In April 2011 a worker was buried in a collapsed excavation on a construction site. What caused the fatal accident and what should his employer have done to prevent it?
Published 04.09.2015
If your work involves construction or maintenance contracting, then chances are you employ sub-contractors. By implementing our new policy, you can ensure that their standards of work meet the mark.
What’s covered?
Published 15.03.2013
Although you may have been under the impression that the cowboy contractor was a thing of the past, a recent case proves otherwise. What did the authorities find on site and what action did they
take?
Published 01.09.2009
A company, its managing director and a project manager have all pleaded guilty to health and safety charges in relation to a fatal accident. Why did it occur and how could it have been avoided?
Published 13.11.2015
Construction and renovation work is really one for the experts. In fact, a recent case has proved why those who don’t know what they’re doing should leave well alone. What happened?
Published 29.03.2010
The HSE recently prosecuted three companies for their involvement in a serious manual handling accident. How did it happen and how can you avoid a similar incident on your premises?
Published 16.12.2010
A newspaper recently reported on an accident in which a builder was shot by a nail gun. Was it just a freak occurrence or does this type of injury often happen? Plus, what precautions do staff need
to take when using them?
Published 07.11.2011
A company has been prosecuted in connection with the death of a 16-year-old apprentice who fell from a scaffold whilst throwing waste into a skip. What were the consequences for the firm and where
did it go wrong?
Published 20.11.2015
If you’re planning alterations to your building you might be tempted to keep the costs down by engaging subcontractors directly. But be careful that you don’t unwittingly overstretch yourself as one
firm did. What happened?
Published 08.12.2015
In a recent case, a residential landlord was prosecuted in connection with the death of a builder working on one of his properties. It’s a bit of a wake up call for those in a similar position, so
what should you be aware of?
Published 04.07.2012