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Bishopston, Bristol · Bristol Magistrates' Court
A member of the public fell around 11 feet from an external wooden staircase when the handrail gave way as he leaned against it. The fall happened during a social event at a rented property in Bristol.
Injuries: significant injuries including head trauma
Section 3(2) of the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974
“Well-designed staircases, built to standard and properly maintained, play a crucial role in keeping people safe.”
Landlords must inspect and maintain external staircases and handrails regularly; a rotten or failed handrail is a foreseeable fall risk.
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