ENFORCEMENT - 20.09.2024
How to respond after an accident
One of our subscribers recently experienced a workplace accident which led to serious injuries. With the HSE involved in the investigation they were concerned about what lay ahead. What advice were they given?
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INSPECTIONS - 29.08.2024
HSE to cease routine farm inspections
The HSE decision. In May 2024 the HSE said that it is to stop routine farm inspections as it’s changing its approach to focus on improving occupational health. It will however continue to undertake investigative inspections in response to serious incidents. Serious concerns. The industry has widely shown disappointment at the decision as it fears it will put workers at “significant” risk. Statistics for 2023/2024 showed that 32 people died following accidents on farms. ...
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ENVIRONMENT - 01.07.2024
Inspections on the rise - should you prepare?
A colleague has told you about news stories warning that the Environment Agency has gone on the offensive, and is talking about all the additional inspections it’s now undertaking. Is this something you need to worry about?
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ENFORCEMENT - 04.06.2024
Employees exposed to multiple failings results in fine
An engineering firm has been fined for failing to ensure the health, safety and welfare of its employees, even though no accident had occurred. Why did the HSE prosecute, and what can you learn from its mistakes?
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ENFORCEMENT - 23.04.2024
When does the HSE prosecute SMEs?
The HSE prosecutes certain companies while opting not to pursue legal action against others. What is the rationale behind its decision-making and what can you do to reduce the chance of falling foul of its decisions?
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INSPECTIONS - 13.12.2023
HSENI to inspect haulage and logistics sector
Campaign. The HSE for Northern Ireland (HSENI) will focus on the safe loading and unloading of vehicles in the haulage and logistics sector as part of its recently launched “Drive Danger Out” workplace transport safety campaign. The focused inspections are now underway and will continue until March 2024. ...
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