News archive for ‘Manual Handling’

20.01.11 - Worker ‘bedridden’ after accident

A warehouse worker was left “bedridden” after being required to bend down and lift 24kg aeroplane components at work.
Paul Pritchard, …

11.11.10 - Firms fined after worker trapped

Three companies have been fined a total of £24,500 after a worker suffered serious leg injuries when he was trapped …

13.09.10 - £3,000 paid over repetitive injury

A factory worker has been given £3,000 by his employer after they failed to ensure correct safety procedures were in …