The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has released its accident and illness statistics for 2024–2025, offering a detailed snapshot of workplace health and safety across Great Britain.
A construction company and its director have been fined after being found guilty of safety breaches that resulted in a five-year-old child being injured by a falling cast iron pipe and convicted for failing to assess a foreseeable risk properly.
A construction site supervisor has been fined after his actions led to staff and pupils at a primary school being exposed to asbestos fibres during refurbishment work.
Safety notice on excavators: Use of the safety control lever or isolation devices
Aegis is proud to announce the successful completion of our role as principal designer for the £3.1 million remodelling of Blackburn Youth Zone, a vital hub for young people in the heart of the town.
Aegis has completed its role as clerk of works for a major new development at Cardinal Newman College in Preston.
Aegis has become a member of Preston Partnership, a private sector membership body which is aiming to help Preston realise its potential.
A case from December 2024, involving Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council, highlights the serious risks of Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) for workers exposed to vibrating tools.
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.
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.