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2022
Able UK fined after worker was seriously injured in a fall
Fine or penalty
Able UK Limited pleaded guilty to breaching health and safety laws and was fined £200,000 after a worker suffered life-threatening injuries in a fall during demolition work. The Health and Safety Executive said the company had failed to carry out a full structural appraisal before demolition. Able UK apologized for the incident and said it had reviewed its procedures.
Company response
Apology — Able UK Limited
An Able UK spokesman said: "First and foremost Able UK Limited wish to emphasise its deepest regret with respect to the accident that occurred at Able Seaton Port on 31st July 2019. In particular we wish to apologise and continue to extend our support to the friend and colleague involved.
Investigation — Able UK Limited
We have fully cooperated with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and have undertaken a comprehensive review of our procedures, taking into account the findings of the HSE investigation.
Source excerpt
The company, which is based in Haverton Hill Road, Cleveland, pleaded guilty to breaching health and safety laws and was fined £200,000.
An investigation by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) into the incident found that Able UK Limited failed to carry out a full structural appraisal of the platform prior to demolition.