newsCompany fined after worker fell down a lift shaft
A CARE home was sentenced after an employee suffered significant injuries after falling around 1.5 metres down a lift shaft.
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newsGrenfell Tower firefighter admits mistakes
THE FIREFIGHTER leading the initial response to the fire at Grenfell Tower has admitted that he had not been trained to make certain decisions on the day, and that certain checks were not carried out.
newsConstruction firm following MEWP fatality
A DEVON-based construction company has been fined after placing employees and members of the public at risk of serious injury by failing to suitably maintain their fleet of lorry mounted elevated work platforms (MEWP).
newsGovernment publishes new HMO guidance
NEW GUIDANCE for landlords to further protect tenants from poor living conditions has been published.
newsScottish government examines fire safety review
INCREASING THE use of sprinkler systems and mandatory inspections are to be considered in Scotland to improve building safety following the advice of two expert panels.
newsHSE publishes report on waste sector safety
A REPORT published this week by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) on the importance of better safety management systems in waste management sector has been welcomed by Chartered Institute of Wastes Management (CIWM).
newsConsultation begins on banning combustible cladding
THE HOUSING secretary has announced a consultation on banning the use of combustible materials on the external walls of high-rise residential buildings.
newsTwo jailed after child’s bouncy castle death
TWO FAIRGROUND workers have been jailed for gross negligence after a young girl was killed when a bouncy castle blew away.
newsGlasgow School of Art rocked by second major fire
THE GLASGOW School of Art has been destroyed for a second time in four years following another major fire.
newsMaidstone company fined following death of worker
A MAIDSTONE company has been sentenced after a maintenance worker fell five metres through a roof and died.
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