Safety Smart: Monthly Update October 2020

9th November 2020 Posted in Blogs

As COVID-19 remains ever-present in our lives, Mates in Mind are an organisation providing support to workforces with their mental wellbeing, especially those who are working remotely during the pandemic.  

We’ve also been taking a look at RIDDOR reporting during COVID-19, sharing useful advice from HSE on whether or not you need to report cases amongst your workforce. 

Whilst industry events remain virtual for now there’s still plenty to choose from including SHP Webinars covering topics including wellness in the workforce, risk assessments and much more, places can be booked here.  

This month’s’ case study focuses on two breaches of health & safety regulations in the same month resulting in a hefty fine for the organisation in question. \

We also shared some information on our Face Fit Testing, to assist in ensuring respiratory equipment offers the right protection to the wearer. If you’re working anywhere where respiratory equipment is used then a face fit is essential – Find out more here 

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From Twitter

Waste management company prosecuted after worker crushed by excavator

A waste management company in Hampshire has been prosecuted by Britain’s workplace regulator after a man had both legs amputated when he was crushed by a 15-tonne excavator.

https://press.hse.gov.uk/2026/04/20/waste-management-company-prosecuted-after-worker-crushed-by-excavator/

Manufacturer fined after worker injured hand unblocking machine

A tissue manufacturing company has been fined after an employee was seriously injured while clearing a machine blockage at its factory in Blackburn.

https://press.hse.gov.uk/2026/04/30/tissue-manufacturer-fined-after-worker-injured-hand-unblocking-machine/?utm_source=hse.gov.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=hse-press&utm_term=hand-injury&utm_content=home-page-news

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Hire company hails proactive safety programme success

Travis Perkins Hire has seen a 71 per cent decline in plant overturning since it introduced a new safety programme, the company has said.

Company fined for not having compulsory insurance for its workers

Britain’s workplace regulator is reminding all company owners of their legal responsibility to hold Employers’ Liability Compulsory Insurance (ELCI).

Read More https://press.hse.gov.uk/2026/04/27/company-fined-for-not-having-compulsory-insurance-for-its-workers/

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