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School trip case studies
Two new case studies focusing on a London trip and a sawmill trip are now available online. http://news.hse.gov.uk/
Podcast – Asbestos training pledge
In this episode of the HSE podcast, we look at how HSE has been working with industry on the asbestos training pledge. http://news.hse.gov.uk/
RR899 – High reliability organisations: A review of the literature
In recent years there has been a huge increase in the literature talking about the control of major hazard risks, in particular the philosophies of high reliability organisations, resilience management and safety culture. This report identifies key features and characteristics … Continue reading
Companies fined after Arsenal stadium injury
Three construction companies were fined after a worker helping build Arsenal’s Ashburton Grove stadium was injured so badly, his leg had to be amputated. http://news.hse.gov.uk/
Employee loses three fingers at Heywood factory
A Rochdale engineering firm has been prosecuted after a 21-year-old employee had three fingers cut off by an industrial saw at its factory. http://news.hse.gov.uk/
Public consultation on the ONR interpretation of ‘bulk quantities’ of radioactive matter – Workshop presentation and notes now available
A consultation workshop on ‘Bulk Quantities’ took place on 24 October 2011, allowing consultees the opportunity to ask ONR any questions of clarification before responding formally. The notes and presentation from the workshop are now available. The formal public consultation … Continue reading
RR902 – Chloride stress corrosion cracking in austenitic stainless steel – Assessing susceptibility and structural integrity
Chloride stress corrosion cracking (CLSCC) is one the most common reasons why austenitic stainless steel pipework and vessels deteriorate in the chemical processing and petrochemical industries. http://news.hse.gov.uk/
Walsall landlord prosecuted for putting tenants at risk
A Walsall landlord has been sentenced for failing to provide a gas safety certificate. http://news.hse.gov.uk/
North Yorkshire firm in court for safety breach
A North Yorkshire company has been fined under safety laws after a supervisor suffered severe injuries to his hand. http://news.hse.gov.uk/
Fines issued after worker’s farm fall
A North Yorkshire building firm and a contractor were today fined after a worker was injured following a fall while working on the construction of a new farm building in Billingham. http://news.hse.gov.uk/





