Maintaining a gas safe workplace
September 16, 2019
Natural gas and liquid petroleum gas are commonly used as fuels for heating, cooking, cutting, welding and often in the processing of products. While the majority of us will use gas in some form every day of our personal and professional lives, far too many are unaware of how dangerous it can be if not handled correctly. Read More
Fine after worker suffered carbon monoxide poisoning
July 9, 2019
A construction company has been fined after a worker collapsed and lost consciousness while working at the site of King Asia Foods Ltd, Middle Bank, Sheffield. Read More
Protect yourself from the ‘silent killer’
May 28, 2019
Arco addresses the new regulations for workplace gas detection and advises employers on remaining compliant. Read More
Government to tighten safety standards for rented accommodation
October 30, 2018
Housing Minister Heather Wheeler has announced an overhaul of health and safety standards for rental accommodation. Read More
North Devon Homes Ltd pleads guilty to safety failings
August 19, 2015
A South-West housing firm has been sentenced after capping off a chimney at one of its occupied properties despite the Read More
Reputation on the line – Thomas Cook
May 27, 2015
By Mike Appleby Thomas Cook’s response to the deaths of two young children Christi and Bobby Shepherd, who died while Read More
Insulation firm fined £500,000 over pensioner’s carbon monoxide death
February 16, 2015
A pensioner from Middleton died from carbon monoxide poisoning just hours after the flue on her gas boiler was blocked Read More