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PHW · Agriculture · 2026-09-02

A farmer near Wyesham fined £5,500 after a passenger was fatally ejected from an overturning ATV

Wyesham, Monmouthshire · Merthyr Tydfil Magistrates' Court

What happened

An ATV with no doors overturned while being driven down a hillside and the passenger was ejected from the vehicle. Those operating the vehicle had not been ensured proper training or seatbelt use.

Injuries: Fatal crush injuries; died at the scene.

The breach

Section 2(1) of the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974

The sentence

  • Fine: £5,500
  • Costs: £5,813
HSE inspector

“Anyone operating these machines should have the right training and be wearing seat belts when travelling.”

What would have prevented it

Ensure ATV operators and passengers are trained and wear seatbelts.

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Source: HSE press release, Farmer fined after ATV overturn kills employee