Precision engineering firm fined for putting workers’ health at risk 02 September 2014

Precision engineering firm Brooks Crownhill Patternmakers has been fined £7,000 plus £1,379 costs for five health and safety breaches at its Andover factory.

An inspection by HSE (Health & Safety Executive) revealed that risks from vibration, noise and dust had not been adequately managed or controlled.

The firm, which produces metal castings for a range of industries, had no effective management systems to control exposure to health risks.

As a result, workers experienced a range of symptoms which required further investigation and monitoring.

"The company failed to fully control the numerous risks arising from its business activities," says HSE inspector Michael Baxter.

"This has meant several employees developing symptoms relating to exposure to vibration, noise and dust, which could have been picked up sooner as part of a health surveillance programme," he continues.

"Brooks Crownhill Patternmakers did not respond to changing workloads and processes, and failed to act on advice provided by its occupational health provider or by contractors servicing equipment."

Brian Tinham

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