Plugging too many devices into one plug socket might seem harmless, yet it poses a serious hazard in homes. Many of us have been tempted to cram an extra gadget into a multi-plug adaptor, but that ‘just one more’ could be one too many if it leads to an overloading electrical sockets. Overloaded sockets are …
Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS) has successfully prosecuted a supported living care provider for failing to comply with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, which put the lives and safety of tenants at risk. The care provider, Potensial Limited, pleaded guilty to two breaches on Burnley Road, Colne, BB8 8LA. On 30 July 2019, …
HOT-OFF-THE-PRESS: We’re delighted to today release our latest telescopic ladder market surveillance report, part of our ongoing ‘Step Up to Safe Ladders’ campaign. In our latest study, we investigated the safety of telescopic ladders bought from online platforms AND the most popular dedicated DIY retailers. Download the report now and see how DIY retail giants B&Q and trades’ favourite Screwfix, fared against the online marketplaces Amazon, …
Man sentenced after carrying out illegal gas work The man was given a 6-month suspended prison sentence after carrying out illegal gas work in homes while unregistered, despite previous warnings from HSE. Contractor given suspended prison sentence after ignoring prohibition notice The 20-week suspended sentence came after the contractor ignored a prohibition notice from HSE, …
One in four people in the UK will experience a mental health issue at some point. While most conditions are mild and treatable, anxiety and depression are particularly common and can arise from both personal and work-related challenges. Whether work is causing the health issue or aggravating it, employers have a legal responsibility to help their employees. …
HSE inspections in garages and bodyshops to tackle occupational asthma risks HSE inspectors are now visiting motor vehicle repair businesses to check protection measures against isocyanate exposure. The inspections focus on ensuring effective controls, procedures and monitoring are in place to protect workers from the leading cause of occupational asthma in the UK. Isocyanates are …
Building firm fined after employee killed by collapsing wall The fine was issued after a retaining wall collapsed on a worker, crushing them to death. Construction company fined after child injured by falling pipe A £15,000 was issued after a cast iron soil pipe struck a passing child on the head during building work. Company …
Firefighters have issued a reminder of the importance of smoke alarms following a fire at a house on Parfrey Street in Hammersmith. Fortunately one man smelt burning and woke his family to escape before the Brigade arrived. Four fire engines and around 25 firefighters tackled the fire, which partially destroyed the ground floor flat in …
New insulation and cladding were fitted to the outside of Hull Royal Infirmary in 2013 and 2014 Bosses at Hull Royal Infirmary have been told they must strip the outside of the hospital’s main building, because it does not meet fire safety laws. The insulation and cladding on the 13-storey tower block no longer comply …
Contact HSE: user survey Help us make it easier for you to get in touch with HSE. We are looking at how people contact us so we can make it quicker and simpler for everyone to get the help they need. Share your experience in our 5 minute survey – and if you’d like to …
