 There are a number of legal duties which all businesses must comply with on workplace health, safety and welfare. We have a workplace, health, safety and welfare website which brings together general guidance for all workplaces to follow. This includes the law on workplace safety, which covers a wide range of basic health, safety and welfare issues. There is also guidance on a variety of topics and legal duties that all businesses should follow, including: |
The 120,000 fine was issued after a worker was killed when he was trapped between 2 heavy steel beams. The worker was using an overhead travelling crane to lift the middle of 3 beams to position it better. As it was lifted the 1,800 kg beam rotated in a sling, toppling sideways and trapping him against another beam, causing fatal injuries. HSE's investigation found the company: - failed to ensure a suitable and sufficient risk assessment was carried out by a competent person to identify well known industry standard control measures
- did not properly plan lifts
- did not have a system for ensuring that there were adequately qualified supervisors present during lifting operations
Read this press release for full details about the incident. Other recent enforcement headlines include:  HSE has a series of free live webinars coming up focusing on a range of different sectors and industries. To find out more information about the webinar, or to register, follow the below links: |
HSE's Working Minds campaign has welcomed 6 new partners across the construction industry to help reach trades and offer free support. The Working Minds campaign helps employers prevent stress and support good mental health, as well as providing free online learning and resources. The following partners are joining the campaign: - Asbestos Removal Contractors Association (ARCA)
- Contract Flooring Association (CFA)
- Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering (CIPHE)
- Electrical Contractors Association (ECA)
- National Federation of Demolition Contractors (NFDC)
- National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC)
You can read more in our press release. Visit our Working Minds website to find out more and access free tools and support, including free online learning, templates and details of helplines.  Come and work at HSE where you can help to protect lives and livelihoods. We currently have a range of vacancies. For details of selected posts, follow the links below: |
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