HSE hands Story Contracting two prohibition notices
Summary
The Health and Safety Executive has issued two prohibition notices to Story Contracting following breaches related to working at height and excavation safety. The enforcement action states that the contractor failed to put in place suitable and sufficient measures to prevent falls from height.
Why it matters
Surveyors may encounter sites where unsafe working practices affect inspection access, project risk, and duty-holder compliance. The notice is a reminder to assess height and excavation hazards carefully when advising on or visiting construction and refurbishment works.
Key points
- HSE issued two prohibition notices to Story Contracting.
- The notices relate to working at height and excavation safety.
- The HSE said suitable and sufficient fall-prevention measures were not in place.
- The case highlights ongoing enforcement around site safety controls.
Organisations:
Story Contracting, Health and Safety Executive
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