newsAgency worker suffers chemical burns
A MANUFACTURER of household cleaning products in Nottingham has been fined after an agency worker suffered burns to her face, eye, neck and arm when she was doused in a corrosive sink and drain un-blocker.
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articleProtect what matters – February 26
BETTER MONITORING and reporting of contamination risks in food products may have contributed to a perceived rise in occurrences. But the fact is, they are still relatively frequent, and probably more than consumers might expect. Neil Griffiths highlights the importance of standards in light of an increasing number of recalls.
articleIn the spotlight with Ian Cooke
THIS MONTH we put Ian Cooke in the spotlight to find out how he got into the health and safety industry and how he is settling into his new role at the British Safety Council.
newsFirms fined over fatal rack collapse
TWO COMPANIES have been fined following an incident which resulted in the deaths of two workers in West Yorkshire.
productCommon workplace hazards that lead to avoidable injuries
WORKPLACES IN the UK have a legal obligation to uphold the highest possible levels of health and safety. This includes following guidelines as set out by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and the law, including any bespoke regulations for high-risk sectors like construction, and carrying out tailored risk assessments to identify specific problems that must be addressed.
newsPackaging firm fined after life-changing injuries
A MANUFACTURER of paper packaging has been fined after a worker suffered a severe skull fracture and permanent injuries when a 4.5-ton machine fell on him.
newsDelivery driver killed in forklift truck incident
THE FAMILY of a much-loved man have spoken of his ‘horrific’ death at work following the prosecution of his employer.
news£200k fine after employee loses leg
A MANUFACTURER of wood-burning stoves on the Isle of Wight has been fined £200k after an employee had his lower leg amputated following crush injuries caused when heavy metal sheets fell on him.
productRite-Hite launches new replacement dock leveller
RITE-HITE has launched a new readily available, cost-effective Replacement Dock Leveller designed to reduce operational downtime at the loading bay.
productTop seven common failures found during LOLER inspections
THE LIFTING Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) remain a cornerstone of workplace safety across the UK. Whether used in construction, manufacturing, warehousing or heavy engineering, lifting equipment must undergo regular thorough examinations to ensure it remains safe for use.
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