Confined space death - 150,000 pounds sterling fine

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Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council, UK, has paid a fine of 150,000 pounds sterling for its part in the deaths of two of its employees. The two men were working in a confined space at a sewage pumping station. The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) warns employers to ensure that they have developed a safe system of work for employees working in confined spaces. The HSE says that such work should be avoided wherever possible due to the danger of suffocation or presence of explosive or toxic gases but, where it is necessary, there should be appropriate training and safety precautions.

Safety and security measures, Sewage disposal plants

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RSI claims warning

Article Abstract:

A rise in compensation claims for repetitive strain injury (RSI) is expected by Hammond Suddards, experts in the law, after damages were awarded to people who had been employed by British Telecom. Currently damages are low, but they could increase, and journalists are a group which could be affected. Employers need to think about improved supervision and training to avoid such claims, and to contact experts, such as neurologists, and health and safety professionals.

Laws, regulations and rules, Overuse injuries, Repetition strain injury

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Asbestos dumping - nine months in jail

Article Abstract:

Rollco Screw and Rivet Company has been fined 40,000 pounds sterling for failing to dispose of asbestos properly. The company was also required to pay 30,000 pounds costs and a further 50,000 pounds to have the stripping of brown asbestos from their premises done properly. Five people were prosecuted following the investigation by the Environment Agency and Health and Safety Executive, resulting in one jail sentence and fines.

Health aspects, Asbestos removal, Rollco Screw and Rivet Company

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