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Company fined for workers’ excessive radiation exposure
4th October 2022
A company which provides diagnostic imaging services, and its radiopharmaceutical subsidiary company, have been given six-figure fines following incidents at two sites in which employees were exposed to radiation levels in excess of the legal annual dose limit.
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Water companies could face new penalties up to £250million
4th October 2022
The Environment Secretary has announced that he will bring forward proposals to raise the civil penalty for water companies who pollute the environment by 1,000-fold - from £250,000 to up to £250 million.
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Firm fined £115,000 after worker’s hand was cut off in machine
4th October 2022
A grandfather whose hand was cut off while he was repairing a factory machine has said his injuries are so bad he struggles to pick up his granddaughter for a cuddle.
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HSE launches inspection initiative targeting manufacturing sector
4th October 2022
HSE inspectors have begun a targeted inspection initiative focusing on manufacturing businesses where materials that contain silica are used.
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Company fined £27,000 after worker hurt falling from gantry
4th October 2022
A refrigeration company has been fined £27,000 after a worker sustained significant injuries when he fell from an incomplete gantry.
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