Latest news and prosecutions

This ebulletin contains a selection of HSE’s latest prosecution notices

£3.2m fine issued to National Grid after worker injury
The fine was issued after a worker was electrocuted whilst working on a pylon, causing serious injuries.

Tyre firm fined after worker dragged into machine
The worker was drawn into the machine by his t-shirt, which resulted in part of his torso being shredded.

Landlord fined for putting tenants’ lives at risk
The sentence was issued after the landlord refused to undertake gas safety checks, putting their tenants’ lives at risk.

Company fined after worker died in excavation
The worker died from his injuries in hospital after being trapped in soil from the neck down.

Farmer fined after allowing child to operate tractor
A farmer allowed one of his grandchildren to illegally ride in his tractor, leading to his conviction.