Top ten health and safety prosecutions of 2024

In 2024, health and safety prosecutions led to over £17 million in fines across various industries in the UK. These cases highlight the serious consequences of health and safety failures, which continue to cause life-threatening injuries and fatalities.

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A review of the 2023/24 HSE accident statistics

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has released its accident and illness statistics for 2023-2024, providing a comprehensive overview of workplace safety in the UK.

The figures reveal critical trends that highlight the importance of effective health and safety practices across various industries.

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Aegis retain APS Corporate Membership

Aegis have retained their Corporate Membership with the Association for Project Safety (APS).  The APS are the representative professional body involved with construction health and safety, specifically the CDM Regulations.

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What should employers know about the safe use of ladders in the workplace?

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) recently issued a safety bulletin in relation to the use of ladders and stepladders in the workplace. Falling from height is one of the main causes of death and injury in UK workplaces, accounting for a quarter of worker deaths and eight per cent of non-fatal injuries every year according to the HSE.

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