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In the News: Failure to manage contractors results in significant injuries and £1 million fine

In the News: Failure to manage contractors results in significant injuries and £1 million fine
A retail company and an electrical contracting company have been fined after an electrician...

HSE inspectors to assess the management of asbestos in schools

HSE inspectors to assess the management of asbestos in schools
The HSE will be carrying out a programme of inspections to primary and secondary schools in...

The consequences of failing to check out contractor documentation

The consequences of failing to check out contractor documentation
Contracting out a job does not mean contracting out your health and safety responsibilities. If an...

You Can’t Contract Out Health & Safety Responsibilities

You Can’t Contract Out Health & Safety Responsibilities
Regular news updates from the HSE give health and safety professionals a growing case history of...

Incomplete Permit to Work Puts Contractor in the Dock

Incomplete Permit to Work Puts Contractor in the Dock
Time and time again, companies find themselves in the dock facing significant fines because their...

Top 10 : Contractors in School Risks (and how to avoid them)

Top 10 : Contractors in School Risks (and how to avoid them)
Did you know that even though you've contracted out the job you can't contract out your...

LOTO Stored Energy Failure Injures Contractors and Attracts £200K Fine

LOTO Stored Energy Failure Injures Contractors and Attracts £200K Fine
Electricity power station company, Keadby Generation, has been fined £200K after three contractors...

10 Reasons Why You Need a Visitor Management System

10 Reasons Why You Need a Visitor Management System
What is visitor management? Visitor Management is defined as the practice of welcoming,...

You Can Contract Out Your Maintenance But Not Your H&S Responsibility

You Can Contract Out Your Maintenance But Not Your H&S Responsibility
Another fall from height court case and fine underlines the duty of care you owe to a contractor...