The Worthing Herald is reporting that Carroll Taylor, suffered head and facial injuries after the five foot long tube hit her as she waited for her husband to park the car, in the nearby Union Place car park.
She told the newspaper that she felt ‘lucky to be alive’, after the pole “gouged flesh” from her head and left her needing hospital treatment.
Sussex based Ashacre Scaffolding Limited, the company responsible for the structure, was fined £15,000 at Worthing Magistrates’ Court and ordered to pay costs totalling £5,936.83.
The court was told that Ashacre Scaffolding had erected the scaffolding to allow the Connaught Theatre’s guttering to be cleaned.
But an inspector from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) informed the court that when it was time for the scaffolding to be dismantled the correct safety procedures, such as restricting public access to the work area had not been adhered to.
A spokesperson from the legal team defending Ashacre Scaffolding stated that the company would have to close if they had to pay the fine and costs involved. Firm fined after woman is struck on the head with scaffold tube
A Worthing scaffolding company has been fined after a grandmother suffered serious head injuries, after being struck by a falling scaffolding tube.
The Worthing Herald is reporting that Carroll Taylor, suffered head and facial injuries after the five foot long tube hit her as she waited for her husband to park the car, in the nearby Union Place car park.
She told the newspaper that she felt ‘lucky to be alive’, after the pole “gouged flesh” from her head and left her needing hospital treatment.
Sussex based Ashacre Scaffolding Limited, the company responsible for the structure, was fined £15,000 at Worthing Magistrates’ Court and ordered to pay costs totalling £5,936.83.
The court was told that Ashacre Scaffolding had erected the scaffolding to allow the Connaught Theatre’s guttering to be cleaned.
But an inspector from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) informed the court that when it was time for the scaffolding to be dismantled the correct safety procedures, such as restricting public access to the work area had not been adhered to.
A spokesperson from the legal team defending Ashacre Scaffolding stated that the company would have to close if they had to pay the fine and costs involved.
The Worthing Herald is reporting that Carroll Taylor, suffered head and facial injuries after the five foot long tube hit her as she waited for her husband to park the car, in the nearby Union Place car park.
She told the newspaper that she felt ‘lucky to be alive’, after the pole “gouged flesh” from her head and left her needing hospital treatment.
Sussex based Ashacre Scaffolding Limited, the company responsible for the structure, was fined £15,000 at Worthing Magistrates’ Court and ordered to pay costs totalling £5,936.83.
The court was told that Ashacre Scaffolding had erected the scaffolding to allow the Connaught Theatre’s guttering to be cleaned.
But an inspector from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) informed the court that when it was time for the scaffolding to be dismantled the correct safety procedures, such as restricting public access to the work area had not been adhered to.
A spokesperson from the legal team defending Ashacre Scaffolding stated that the company would have to close if they had to pay the fine and costs involved. Inquest into welders fatal 10m scaffold fall
A JURY has returned a verdict of accidental death at an inquest of a welder who died after falling off some scaffolding in Ledbury.
Gordon Docherty, from Bristol, landed on his head after he fell from about ten metres at Universal Beverages Ltd (UBL) in October, 2009.
Mr Docherty was pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics.
The inquest at Hereford Town Hall today heard that the scaffolding had only been inspected at ground level for about ten minutes prior to the fall, when in fact it should have taken about an hour an a half to ensure that it was fully safe for people to use.
An investigation was immediately launched following Mr Docherty’s death, which found that there were a number of defects in the scaffolding, including gaps “large enough to fall through.”
Via: www.herefordtimes.com
Gordon Docherty, from Bristol, landed on his head after he fell from about ten metres at Universal Beverages Ltd (UBL) in October, 2009.
Mr Docherty was pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics.
The inquest at Hereford Town Hall today heard that the scaffolding had only been inspected at ground level for about ten minutes prior to the fall, when in fact it should have taken about an hour an a half to ensure that it was fully safe for people to use.
An investigation was immediately launched following Mr Docherty’s death, which found that there were a number of defects in the scaffolding, including gaps “large enough to fall through.”
Via: www.herefordtimes.com Video of the day: The Most Scariest Job At 1,768 Feet
httpv://youtu.be/a411J1PoD5g
This video shows us the heart in your mouth moments of transmission tower climbing at an eye watering 1,768 ft “what ever you do just don’t look down “!
£100,000 worth of scaffolding stolen from Hull building site
The Hull Daily Mail reported that thieves stole £100,000 worth of scaffolding from a Keepmoat’s housing development in the city.
The theft took place some time over the weekend the thieves used the onsite forklift and loaded five pallets of scaffolding onto their getaway vehicle and also siphon diesel from other vehicles on site.
A spokesman for Keepmoat said:
“The site does have a security presence at all times. Someone is there 24/7. “But it is a large site. We are having a look at the security arrangements in light of what has happened. “Although it has been an inconvenience, this theft will not affect the building program.”
The development will see 140 homes being built in the first phase, with 600 in total for the site.
Police are appealing for witnesses and anyone with information should call Humberside police on 0845 6060222 Scaffold firm fined £20k after bus crashes into scaffolding
A Louth joiner broke his leg after falling 4 m from scaffolding after a passing bus collided with the structure in Louth town center in Lincolnshire.
The scaffolding was erected by local firm Panther Scaffolding on the Helal Restaurant on Mercer Row in Louth on 9th November 2009. The scaffold beams that was in the structure overhung the road way which was struck by the bus throwing the joiner off the scaffold to the ground below.
Andrew Judge, trading as Panther Scaffolding, was prosecuted by the Health and Safety Executive for failing to ensure that the workers, who erected the scaffolding the day before, worked in a safe way and that the finished scaffolding was a safe structure for its user and vehicles moving through the town.
HSE inspector Martin Giles said:
“The scaffolding should have been erected in a safe manner, and the finished scaffold should not have jutted out over the road at a height where it could be a danger to passing traffic. The failure to provide adequate scaffolding was caused by inadequate planning before work started and a failure to check that the finished scaffold was safe before handing it over.
“Work at height remains a major cause of injury and fatalities in the workplace and for this reason it is important that, where such work is undertaken, then appropriate planning, supervision and safety measures are essential. This becomes even more critical when a job involves work in places like the centre of Louth which expose the public to the risks from scaffolding work.”
Mr Judge, 44, of Old Main Road, Scamblesby, Louth, pleaded guilty to breaching Regulation 4(1)(c) of the Work at Height Regulations 2005, and Section 3(1) of the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 at Skegness Magistrates’ Court today. He was fined £15,000 and ordered to pay £3,739 costs.
The scaffolding was erected by local firm Panther Scaffolding on the Helal Restaurant on Mercer Row in Louth on 9th November 2009. The scaffold beams that was in the structure overhung the road way which was struck by the bus throwing the joiner off the scaffold to the ground below.
Andrew Judge, trading as Panther Scaffolding, was prosecuted by the Health and Safety Executive for failing to ensure that the workers, who erected the scaffolding the day before, worked in a safe way and that the finished scaffolding was a safe structure for its user and vehicles moving through the town.
HSE inspector Martin Giles said:
“The scaffolding should have been erected in a safe manner, and the finished scaffold should not have jutted out over the road at a height where it could be a danger to passing traffic. The failure to provide adequate scaffolding was caused by inadequate planning before work started and a failure to check that the finished scaffold was safe before handing it over.
“Work at height remains a major cause of injury and fatalities in the workplace and for this reason it is important that, where such work is undertaken, then appropriate planning, supervision and safety measures are essential. This becomes even more critical when a job involves work in places like the centre of Louth which expose the public to the risks from scaffolding work.”
Mr Judge, 44, of Old Main Road, Scamblesby, Louth, pleaded guilty to breaching Regulation 4(1)(c) of the Work at Height Regulations 2005, and Section 3(1) of the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 at Skegness Magistrates’ Court today. He was fined £15,000 and ordered to pay £3,739 costs.
Video of the day: Hong Kong Bamboo Scaffolding
httpv://youtu.be/pzBVf5u3T50
Now here is a great insight into the world of bamboo scaffolding the video is well made and shows the process of using the material and compares bamboo to other systems from around the world. But if you were to ask me what I would prefer working off, it would be steel all the way.
Video of the day: Crazy scaffold bombing
Video of the day
Now here is a fine example of how not to dismantle scaffolding, I don’t think these guys could break anymore rules. httpv://youtu.be/wyjUoMq3dOc We have suspicion that the video was filmed in New Zealand but obviously it does not matter where it was filmed just don’t try this at home !Ex-Scaffolders family plea to help spinal unit
THE family of a scaffolder left paralysed after a horrific fall is appealing for the community to back a charity night to boost the specialist unit caring for him.
Former scaffolder Doug Newman worked at heights for years, yet a simple but life-changing fall downstairs at his family home in South Tyneside has left him unable to walk or feed himself.
Father and grandfather Mr Newman, 67, has battled pneumonia and suffered weight loss since he wrecked his spine and broke his shoulder when he fell backwards down the stairs in Fieldway, Hedworth, Jarrow, earlier this year.
Doctors have told him he will never walk again, and spinal damage means he cannot use his hands to feed himself.
Now his family is asking for support for a charity event in aid of the spinal unit at The James Cook University Hospital in Middlesbrough, where Mr Newman is a patient.
His wife, Anne, 63, said: “When Doug fell down the stairs, the doctors say his spinal cord was wrapped around the wrong way.
“The damage was so bad because he fell down backwards, after losing his step. He came down 13 stairs the wrong way and lost consciousness.
“Doug worked as a scaffolder for years, at all sorts of places and heights, but then he falls down the stairs at home and this happens.
“Doctors say he won’t be able to walk again and his hands have become like claws, so he has to be fed as well. He has some feeling in his legs and hands, but that’s all.
“Doug’s in the James Cook hospital, and we hope to have him out for Christmas, but he will have to go back in after that.”
The couple’s daughters, Lesley and Karen, have organised a charity night for the Teesside spinal unit, which will be held at the Boldon Lad pub in Hedworth Lane, Jarrow, on Saturday, November 12, at 7pm.
Mrs Newman added: “We just want to raise as much money as possible for the spinal unit caring for Doug and would love to see as many people at the event as possible.
“There will be a karaoke, a buffet and refreshments and everyone is welcome.”
Mrs and Mrs Newman, who also have three grandchildren, have been married for 39 years, and have lived at their Jarrow home for more than 30 years.
Via: www.shieldsgazette.com [email protected]
Former scaffolder Doug Newman worked at heights for years, yet a simple but life-changing fall downstairs at his family home in South Tyneside has left him unable to walk or feed himself.
Father and grandfather Mr Newman, 67, has battled pneumonia and suffered weight loss since he wrecked his spine and broke his shoulder when he fell backwards down the stairs in Fieldway, Hedworth, Jarrow, earlier this year.
Doctors have told him he will never walk again, and spinal damage means he cannot use his hands to feed himself.
Now his family is asking for support for a charity event in aid of the spinal unit at The James Cook University Hospital in Middlesbrough, where Mr Newman is a patient.
His wife, Anne, 63, said: “When Doug fell down the stairs, the doctors say his spinal cord was wrapped around the wrong way.
“The damage was so bad because he fell down backwards, after losing his step. He came down 13 stairs the wrong way and lost consciousness.
“Doug worked as a scaffolder for years, at all sorts of places and heights, but then he falls down the stairs at home and this happens.
“Doctors say he won’t be able to walk again and his hands have become like claws, so he has to be fed as well. He has some feeling in his legs and hands, but that’s all.
“Doug’s in the James Cook hospital, and we hope to have him out for Christmas, but he will have to go back in after that.”
The couple’s daughters, Lesley and Karen, have organised a charity night for the Teesside spinal unit, which will be held at the Boldon Lad pub in Hedworth Lane, Jarrow, on Saturday, November 12, at 7pm.
Mrs Newman added: “We just want to raise as much money as possible for the spinal unit caring for Doug and would love to see as many people at the event as possible.
“There will be a karaoke, a buffet and refreshments and everyone is welcome.”
Mrs and Mrs Newman, who also have three grandchildren, have been married for 39 years, and have lived at their Jarrow home for more than 30 years.
Via: www.shieldsgazette.com [email protected]
Video of the day: Blackpool Tower Spidermen
Video of the day
Welcome to yet another new section of our beloved Scaffmag “Video of the day” each day we will be showcasing some of the best scaffolding and construction videos on the net. Some of the videos will be humorous some will be serious but all will be noteworthy.
httpv://youtu.be/HogOzrvzyd0
This video is showing scaffolders working on the Blackpool Tower, UK, during major repairs in January of this year.
Harsco makes a pre-tax loss of 26.7m
Harsco Infrastructure Services has posted a pre-tax loss of £26.7m in its latest results for the year to 31 December 2010.
The performance is considerably worse than in 2009, when the access specialist was in the red to the tune of £10.7.
Turnover was down to £107.5 from £122.4m.
Harsco, known as SGB until 2009, is owned by US industrial services giant Harsco Corporation.
The split of turnover across the Harsco UK business during 2010 was:
The performance is considerably worse than in 2009, when the access specialist was in the red to the tune of £10.7.
Turnover was down to £107.5 from £122.4m.
Harsco, known as SGB until 2009, is owned by US industrial services giant Harsco Corporation.
The split of turnover across the Harsco UK business during 2010 was:
- Sales: £27.1m (2009: £34.4m)
- Equipment hire: £27.2m (£35.2m)
- Contracts: £53.3m (£52.8m)
