Taylor Wimpey fined £800,000 after a 17-year-old apprentice fell through a stairwell cover. Learn what went wrong and how to prevent similar incidents.
Monthly H&S Insights Newsletter
A roundup of key health and safety news, legal updates, and best practices from our monthly newsletter.
Falls From Height: Director Receives Suspended Sentence After Young Roofer’s Death
Falls from height remain the UK’s biggest workplace killer. A 22-year-old died after falling through a skylight in Walsall. Read the case details and legal lessons.
Are Your Safety Signs Up to Date and Compliant?
Safety signs are a legal requirement under the Health and Safety (Safety Signs and Signals) Regulations 1996. Are yours compliant? Learn the rules and best practices.
Safe Storage of Chemicals: What Every Business Needs to Know
Improper chemical storage can lead to fires, explosions, and enforcement action. Learn the key principles for safe storage and access essential HSE guidance.
UK Workplace Fatalities 2024–2025: Key Trends and Sector Risks
HSE’s latest figures reveal 124 workplace fatalities in 2024/25. Construction had the highest number, but farming remains the most dangerous sector. Learn why — and how to protect workers.
In Court: Car Dealership Fined £204,000 After Workers Diagnosed with Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome
A car dealership has been fined £204,000 after two employees were diagnosed with Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS). Learn what employers must do to manage vibration risks.
In Court: Wood Supplier Fined £40,000 for Failing to Protect Workers from Wood Dust Exposure
A wood supplier has been fined £40,000 after failing to protect employees from wood dust exposure — a key focus of HSE enforcement. Learn what the law requires.
HSE Fee for Intervention — What You Need to Know
With the HSE Fee for Intervention rate now £183/hour, businesses found in breach of health and safety law face significant costs. Learn how to avoid FFI charges.
IOSH Working Safely — Empowering Employees to Understand and Manage Workplace Risks
Compass HSC delivers the internationally recognised IOSH Working Safely course — helping employees at all levels understand hazards and improve workplace safety performance.
New Support for Developers & Builders: Helping You Meet Your Legal Duties
Many small developers and builders remain unaware of their legal duties under CDM 2015 and other key regulations. Our new Developers & Builders landing page provides practical resources to help you comply.