February 23, 2026
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Free webinar: Work-related stress – a proactive approach to risk management 5 March, 11.00am to 12.00pm. Mental health conditions continue to be the leading cause of work-related ill health. In 2024 to 2025, 964,000 workers reported stress, depression or anxiety caused or made worse by work. This exclusive webinar, from HSE and our publishing partner TSO, explains how
February 23, 2026
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Worker killed after becoming entangled in lathe during machining operation A worker sustained fatal injuries after becoming entangled in the moving parts of a lathe while applying handheld emery cloth to a rotating component. He died later that evening. HSE’s investigation found that the company had failed to: prohibit the use of handheld emery cloth
February 11, 2026
Camden Landlord Fined £12,500 for “Unsafe and Unlicensed” Property
Camden Landlord Fined £12,500 for “Unsafe and Unlicensed” Property A Camden landlord has been fined £12,500 after Camden Council discovered serious safety breaches and an unlicensed House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) at a property in Kilburn. [fia.uk.com] Unsafe Living Conditions Uncovered Council enforcement officers inspected the Belsize Road property in May 2025, where they found
February 11, 2026
How to Reduce the Risk of Electrical Fires
Electrical fires can start suddenly and spread quickly, but many are preventable with the right precautions. Here are simple, effective steps to protect your home or business. 1. Schedule Regular Electrical Inspections Older wiring, overloaded circuits, and damaged components are common fire hazards. A qualified electrician can identify risks before they become dangerous. Tip: Have
February 11, 2026
Haringey Landlord Fined £12,500 for Unlicensed and Unsafe HMO
A landlord and managing agent in Tottenham have been hit with £12,500 in fines after Haringey Council discovered their Clonmell Road property was operating as an unlicensed House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) with serious safety hazards, including inadequate fire protection and dangerous stairs. [haringey.gov.uk], [fsmatters.com] The managing agent received a £10,000 penalty, while the property
February 11, 2026
Fire Fears Grow as Millions Admit to Never Testing Smoke Alarms
New fire‑safety warnings have been issued after major UK surveys revealed that millions of people are putting their homes and families at unnecessary risk by failing to test their smoke alarms regularly. Experts say the findings highlight a dangerous gap in basic fire safety — one that can be fixed in seconds. 🚨 The Alarming
February 11, 2026
Mount Green Housing Association Sentenced Following Surrey Fire and Rescue Service Investigation
Mount Green Housing Association has been ordered to pay £120,636 after serious fire safety failings led to the tragic death of a vulnerable resident at its Greylees independent living scheme in Godalming, Surrey. The sentencing followed a detailed investigation and prosecution brought by Surrey Fire and Rescue Service. [news.surreycc.gov.uk] Background: Fatal Fire at Greylees The
February 8, 2026
We Cann if you Cann
Fire & Safety Team are delighted to be supporters of Cann Bridge School and all the amazing work the team do each and every day. They Cann, Cann you?
February 8, 2026
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Latest prosecution news This ebulletin contains information on HSE’s recent prosecution cases: Contractor jailed after teenage worker fell to death during demolition works The 19-year-old worker died after falling through a garage roof, with no measures in place to prevent or mitigate a fall. Building materials manufacturer fined over £600,000 after worker suffers life-changing injuries
January 27, 2026
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Latest news and prosecutions This ebulletin contains a selection of HSE’s recent prosecution notices: Packaging company fined £433,000 after worker suffers life-changing head injuries The worker suffered a severe skull fracture and permanent injuries when a 4.5-ton machine fell on him. Police Constabulary prosecuted for failing to protect officers A £60,000 fine was issued after
January 27, 2026
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HSE inspecting chiropractors to assess radiation compliance HSE is inspecting compliance among chiropractors under the Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017 (IRR17). The inspection campaign will run until the end of March and is targeting chiropractors who use radiation generators. All employers with staff operating radiation generators must register with HSE through the online RADAN system. To
January 16, 2026
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Packaging company fined after workers exposed to harmful gas The company was fined £200,000 after multiple workers were exposed to hydrogen sulphide gas which caused the death of a worker. Unregistered gas fitter sentenced after carrying out illegal work Illegal gas work was carried out on a home which left the property in an immediately
