Health, safety & environment

Transport

Health, safety & environment - Transport

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WORKPLACE - 27.02.2024

Worker fatally struck by moving vehicle

A worker was killed whilst moving around a recycling site. What lessons can be learned from the failures in this case and what controls can you implement to prevent a similar occurrence on your premises?

WORKPLACE - 25.01.2024

Crush risk from lorry loader stabilisers

Serious risk of injury or death when a powered tilting stabiliser is being rotated to a vertical position has been identified in the HSE’s latest safety alert. What’s to know?

GAS SAFETY - 04.12.2023

Safely carrying gas cylinders on vehicles

The British Compressed Gases Association has published new guidance on transporting gas cylinders on the road. What advice does it contain and is this something you should follow?

TRANSPORT - 04.10.2023

Haulage company fined after worker dies from injuries

Even though a risk assessment and adequate controls had been implemented, a worker fell 1.2m from a loading bay and died whilst accessing the rear of his lorry. What went wrong and how can you avoid a similar accident at your site?

DRIVING - 04.10.2023

Can defensive driving help your business?

Defensive driving can be highly beneficial for businesses that involve transportation or fleet operations. What is it and how can it help your business?

RISK ASSESSMENT - 24.08.2023

Sole trader jailed after fatality at garage

The owner of a garage has been jailed after a worker was crushed to death by a vehicle whilst working underneath it. What led up to the tragedy and what can you do to keep your workers safe?

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