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Six-figure fine for chemical company after multiple hazardous gas leaks
The leaks were highly flammable hydrocarbons and happened while the plant was operating normally with workers on site.
£300,000 fine for company after worker’s arm is severed in machinery incident
The worker was rushed to hospital where doctors spent 6 hours saving his arm. They have since undergone 3 major surgeries to restore the use of their hand.
Telehandler driver sentenced over death of colleague
A self-employed telehandler driver has been sentenced after he reversed over his colleague on a construction site, causing fatal injuries.
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RIDDOR
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Identify, assess and control risks from hazardous substances
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Health and safety at work: criminal and civil law
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Sarah Newton
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