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Winsford Company fined after worker injured by machinery 15th March 2019
A manufacturing company today has been fined after a worker’s hand was caught in machinery. Liverpool Magistrates’ Court heard how, on the 5 July 2017, an employee of Contour Showers Ltd, Winsford, was trying to clear a blockage from a metal cutting saw, when the blade cut through the knuckle of his left index finger […]
Natalie Dunn
HSE launches Annual Science Review to mark British Science Week 15th March 2019
The Health and Safety Executive has launched its Annual Science Review focusing on the work scientists and engineers do to support HSE’s regulatory activities. HSE has over 850 science and engineering experts who use applied science, engineering and analysis to make a difference to the world of work. This year’s Science Review also shows the […]
Natalie Dunn
Building firm fined £900,000 after fatal wall collapse 14th March 2019
Building firm fined £900,000 after fatal wall collapse A company has been fined £900,000 after the death of an employee who died from head injuries when a wall collapsed on a construction site at Lyme Regis. Bournemouth Crown Court heard how, on 2 June 2015, Thomas Telfer was working as a bricklayer employed by Capstone […]
Natalie Dunn
Repair and maintenance company fined after worker falls from height 13th March 2019
A repair and maintenance company has today been fined after an employee fell from two metres while working on a roof. Barkingside Magistrates’ Court heard how, on 7 September 2016, a roofer was working with a colleague to repair a leaky roof in Seaton Avenue, Felixstowe. There was no edge protection around the roof and […]
Emma Deeny

The Safe Use Of Ladders And Step Ladders
Using Ladders This article is for employers on the simple, sensible precautions they should take to keep people safe when The post The Safe Use Of Ladders And Step Ladders appeared first on SafetyBox Blog.
Need Building Work Done? Then Read This First!
Following the simple steps in this article will help you meet your responsibilities as a client and ensure construction work The post Need Building Work Done? Then Read This First! appeared first on SafetyBox Blog.
Ventilation In Catering Kitchens Best Practices
Introduction This article is aimed at employers in the catering and hospitality industry and gives guidance on ventilation requirements for The post Ventilation In Catering Kitchens Best Practices appeared first on SafetyBox Blog.
Risks With Carbon Monoxide And Commercial Kitchens
This article covers the safe use of solid fuel appliances – such as tandoori ovens, charcoal grills and wood-fired pizza The post Risks With Carbon Monoxide And Commercial Kitchens appeared first on SafetyBox Blog.
The Dangers Of Overhead Power-Lines Best Practices
Introduction Every year people at work are killed or seriously injured when they come into contact with live overhead electricity The post The Dangers Of Overhead Power-Lines Best Practices appeared first on SafetyBox Blog.
How To Carry Out An Effective Ariel Tree Rescue
The Rescue Operation This article covers the safe working practices to be used by those involved in aerial tree rescue, The post How To Carry Out An Effective Ariel Tree Rescue appeared first on SafetyBox Blog.