Workers injured after floor collapse
April 18, 2019
A construction company has been fined after two workers were injured when they fell through a ceiling at a site in Watford. Read More
Construction
Stricter work at height regulation may be the only way to stop avoidable deaths
April 11, 2019
Falls from height is a major killer of workers in key sectors including construction and agriculture, and the figures show no sign of improvement, as Ken Diable, Managing Director at Heightsafe, explains. Read More
Ensuring structural stability during demolition and refurbishment work
April 2, 2019
HSE offers a reminder to demolition and construction firms of the need to review their processes when it comes to demolition and refurbishment work. Read More
Construction company fined after worker fell through collapsed stairs
March 29, 2019
A construction company has been sentenced after an employee sustained serious injuries to his back after falling through stairs that had been partly installed. Read More
Construction workers warned of skin cancer risks
March 27, 2019
Construction workers’ desire for a sun tan in the summer could be putting them at increased risk of developing skin cancer, according to new research. Read More
Canary Wharf Group to host Women in Health and Safety event
March 22, 2019
Canary Wharf Group is hosting a free-to-attend, networking meeting for up to 50 health and safety professionals in April. Read More
Unexpected high-risk jobs and how to limit potential harm
March 22, 2019
Contrary to popular belief, there are occupations that are seemingly harmless but may potentially be hazardous in a variety of different ways. Read More
Construction firm fined £900k for wall collapse
March 20, 2019
The death of an employee who died from head injuries when a wall collapsed on a construction site has led to a £900,000 fine for his employer. Read More
Scaffolding in high winds: HSE offers reminder of obligation in light of Storm Gareth
March 11, 2019
High winds have led to the collapse of two large sections of scaffolding in London. Read More
Building safety regulations: CIH urges builders to start preparing for post-Hackitt regulations
March 11, 2019
The Chartered Institute of Housing has urged buildings to start preparing now for tougher post-Hackitt regulations, which it believes will become law by 2022. Read More