Fine for manufacturing company after man left as ‘a shadow of his former self’ A Staffordshire-based manufacturing company has been fined £300,000 after a family man was left with injuries so serious he became ‘a shadow of his former self’. Gary Taylor, who was 63 at the time, spent three weeks in hospital and needed...
The advancing sophistication of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is showing a myriad of opportunities within the world of health and safety. Far beyond writing risk assessments and method statements, AI can be combined with existing technology to allow predictive risk management, advanced monitoring systems, improve efficiencies and productivity. For example, camera monitoring equipment trained on AI...
CCTV captures terrifying runaway Range Rover incident that left passer-by with life-changing injuries A vehicle recovery driver has pleaded guilty after a runaway Range Rover he failed to secure rolled down a hill in Bournemouth, dragging him beneath the vehicle before crushing a member of the public who attempted to help. Sean Baker, a vehicle...
While AI has the potential to increase efficiency and productivity in the workplace, it also comes with legal and compliance risks that must be taken into consideration. The United Kingdom does not currently have specific AI legislation in place, meaning that businesses are at risk from both inputs to and outputs from AI systems, and...
Painter and decorator sentenced after stepson electrocuted on job A sole trader has been sentenced after his stepson was fatally electrocuted while working on a domestic property in Chester. Daniel Watton, 50, trading as Inside Out Painters and Decorators Property Maintenance, was given a suspended jail sentence in relation to the death of trainee painter...
As AI becomes increasingly common in the workplace, businesses implementing it to improve efficiency, productivity and decision-making. However, without the right controls in place, AI can also introduce risks, such as data protection and cyber security concerns, inaccurate information, and over-reliance on the technology. Keep reading for our top tips for using AI safely at...
As part of October’s Hazard of the Month, Artificial Intelligence, we’re highlighting two key areas: Cyber Security and Understanding AI. Cyber Security Taking steps to protect yourself and your business from cyber security risks is essential in today’s digital workplace. The good news is that improving your cyber security doesn’t have to be complicated. A...
“Stand up and be counted for public safety” urges Fire Aware’s CEO Growing safety-focused organisation Fire Aware – itself a recognised membership body whose constituents serve the built environment and related sectors with a common aim of working and trading responsibly to Best Practice standards – is now challenging those responsible for upholding that Best...
Fire safety is more than just fire extinguishers, alarms, and emergency exits – there are many factors to consider and maintain to ensure your workplace is protected. Here are some of the most common mistakes businesses make with their fire safety and how to address them. 1. Out of date or inadequate fire risk assessments...
Families warned of risk to life from unregistered gas work amid surge in prosecutions of illegal traders Families, homeowners and businesses have been warned not to gamble with their safety by using unregistered gas fitters, as new figures reveal a sharp rise in prosecutions for illegal gas work. To mark Gas Safety Week (14 to...