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Bradford, West Yorkshire · Leeds Magistrates Court
The company built a domestic extension over existing gas pipework and a boiler flue without relocating them, leaving the flue discharging into the new extension. The gas installation was found immediately dangerous and the supply was cut off, leaving the family without gas for weeks.
Injuries: No injuries reported; the family was exposed to risks of gas leaks, fire, explosion and carbon monoxide poisoning.
Sections 3(1) and 33(1)(g) of the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 (company); sections 37(1) and 33(1)(e) (director)
“This was a tragic accident waiting to happen.”
Plan the work and make suitable arrangements for relocating gas pipework and appliances, with a construction phase plan in place before building work starts.
The machines, packs and quizzes that fit this kind of site.