Biogas Site Electrocution: Two Companies Fined After Worker Death
The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) announced that two companies, Willand O&M Ltd and New Wave Marine Ltd, have been fined following the death of Carl Parsons and serious injury to Luke Madavan at a Devon biogas site. The incident occurred when a cherry picker struck an overhead powerline, and investigations revealed ignored safety warnings.
Funding Available for Safe Digging Education and Awareness
The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment's Division of Oil and Public Safety is accepting applications for grants from the Damage Prevention Fund to support safe digging education. This fund, derived from fines for violating the Excavation Requirements Law, aims to prevent underground facility damage and ensure public safety. Up to $20,000 in grants will be awarded.
Grounds Maintenance Company Fined After Employee Fatality
MHS Countryside Management Limited was fined £27,000 after an employee died operating a ride-on lawnmower. The Health and Safety Executive investigation found the company failed to conduct a risk assessment and the machine's safety roll-over protection system had been removed. The company pleaded guilty to breaching the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974.
Somers Forge Limited Fined £750,000 After Employee Death
Somers Forge Limited has been fined £750,000 after an employee died in a lathe accident. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) found the company failed to implement safe operating procedures and prevent access to dangerous machinery. The incident occurred on December 8, 2023, and the fine was issued on February 18, 2026.
West Mercia Police Fined After Officer Injured Responding to Collision
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has fined West Mercia Police £85,800 after a student officer sustained life-changing injuries when hit by a car while responding to a traffic collision. The investigation found the force failed to adequately manage risks, provide suitable training, and supply adequate equipment.
Care Home Fined After Resident Choked to Death
Riverside Care Limited has been fined £16,000 after a resident choked to death on food not prepared to his dietary requirements. The Health and Safety Executive investigation found a failure in the system for preparing modified meals, leading to a fatal outcome. The company pleaded guilty to breaching the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974.
Company Sentenced for Worker Vibration Illnesses
Drury Engineering Services Ltd was fined £44,000 after pleading guilty to health and safety breaches that led to seven workers developing vibration-related illnesses. The company failed to adequately assess risks, implement control measures, or provide health surveillance and training.