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.
Industry Insights
Expert health and safety advice tailored to key industries, including construction, manufacturing, and farming, to help businesses stay compliant and safe.
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.
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.
Construction Sector Fatalities on the Rise: Time to Tackle the Real Causes
Construction sector fatalities are rising again, with 51 workers losing their lives in 2024. This blog explores the deeper cultural and leadership issues driving unsafe behaviours—and how Compass HSC can help developers and contractors turn the tide.
IOSH Managing Safely: Essential Training for Supervisors and Line Managers
Line managers and supervisors play a vital role in workplace health and safety. Yet, many are promoted into these positions without any formal training in safety leadership or management responsibilities. That’s where the IOSH Managing Safely course comes in. Offered...