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Worker dies in scaffold ladder fall

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A contractor has been fined after an employee fell to his death from a ladder while exiting a scaffold at Jute Street, Aberdeen.  Aberdeen Sheriff...
In The Courts

No edge protection lands roofers in court

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Both partners of a roofing firm have been sentenced after working unsafely on a Bowls Club in Salisbury. Swindon Magistrates’ Court heard how between April...
Health & Safety

MPs call for action to tackle increase in deaths at work

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The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Working at Height has expressed concern at the latest statistics from the Health and Safety Executive, which show...
In The Courts

Scaffolding boss receives suspended jail sentence for scaffolders death

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A scaffolding boss has received a suspended jail sentence and a roofing contractor has been fined after a scaffolder was killed falling through a...
In The Courts

Contractor jailed for skimping on scaffolding

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A Salford builder has been given a suspended sentenced for his cutting corners approach to health and safety. Manchester Magistrates’ Court heard how, in July...
In The Courts

Jersey scaffolding firm hit with £30K fine

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A scaffolding firm has been hit with a £30,000 fine for Health and Safety breaches which 'could have caused a fatal accident'. The Health and Safety...
Health & Safety

Recent incidents lead HSE to issue reminder on scaffolding safety

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Storm Gareth has battered the UK with high winds over the last few days leading to the collapse of a number of scaffolds. A SECTION...
In The Courts

Firm fined after scaffolding collapses at school

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A scaffolding company has been fined over £24K after scaffolding they had erected collapsed onto a neighbouring primary school. Scaffolders from Swain Scaffolding had erected...
In The Courts

Scaffolder falls five meters through skylight

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A scaffolder sustained life-changing injuries after falling through a 5-meter high skylight fracturing his pelvis, elbow, wrist, and arm. Poole Magistrates court heard how scaffolder Paul...
In The Courts

Leeds Scaffolding Firm Fined £60K For Safety Breaches

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A scaffolding company has been sentenced for safety breaches after a worker was crushed by a forklift truck. Leeds Magistrates Court heard how in October...
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