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Injuries Still A Problem In the Workplace
Mon 10th Aug 09 - 16:27
Employers have been urged to take action to prevent injuries at work by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). The warning comes after a Chester man cracked his ribs after becoming trapped in machinery at work.
Mr. Stephen Shore was working at the Calder Industrial Materials Ltd clearing debris from a conveyor belt which had no guard and became trapped and sustained crush injuries. Calder Industrial Materials Ltd pleaded guilty to failing to prevent access to dangerous parts of the industrial machinery.
HSE Inspector Mr. Bruce Jones commented on the case:
"Mr Shore was badly injured because Calder Industrial Materials failed to prevent him from gaining access to dangerous machinery.
"This case should act as a reminder to employers of the importance of safety in the workplace. Effective measures must be put in place to prevent serious injuries from dangerous machinery."
Freeclaim accident at work solicitors can help you make a claim if you have suffered an accident, injury or illness in the workplace. To find out more about how to claim compensation for an accident at work, injury at work or work related illness, call Freeclaim Solicitors on 0800 24 34 09 or contact us online.