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Scaffolder suffers 48,000-volt electric shock

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A scaffolder has received serious injuries after a scaffold tube he was lifting hit an overhead power line - sending 48,000 volts through his body.
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Safety warning issued after scaffolder falls from dropper

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A warning has been issued by Network Rail after a scaffolder plunged into a river in Glasgow while dismantling a scaffold over water.
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Scaffolder turned author scores goals with new book

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Just like a football club making its way up the leagues Scaffolders can also work their way through the ranks winning a higher standing...
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Scaffolder crushed to death in church collapse

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Two directors are on trial after a scaffolder was crushed to death in a “long-predicted” church collapse. A court heard that Jeff Plevey, 56, from...
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Budding scaffolder Todd Scanlon wins more awards

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A budding scaffolder with Downs Syndrome has been named Achiever of the Year at the Constructing Excellence South West (CESW) Awards. The awards were held...
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Scaffolder hits overhead power line

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A specialist glasshouse contractor has been fined more than £330,000 after a scaffolder came into contact with an 11kV overhead power line. Beverley Magistrates’ Court...
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Investigation underway after scaffolder dies in work accident

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A joint Police and Health & Safety investigation is underway after a scaffolder is believed to have fallen to his death while working on...
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Scaffolders take strike action over pay

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The British Steel site in Scunthorpe faces disruption next week as scaffolders at the plant begin strike action in a dispute over pay. The 50...
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New scaffolding training facility provides boost for North Wales

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Ambitious plans for the construction industry in North Wales have taken a step forward with the opening of an accredited training facility for scaffolders. The...
Australia & New Zealand

Companies fined after scaffolder suffers serious chemical burns

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Two New Zealand based businesses have been sentenced for health and safety failings after a scaffolder suffered serious chemical burns to his hands. A court...
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