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PHW · Construction · 2025-12-05

Matrod Frampton Limited fined £100,000 after a steel-fixer was crushed by a collapsing wall

Poole, Dorset · Bristol Magistrates' Court

What happened

A breeze block wall that had been backfilled before the mortar had properly set collapsed into an excavation, crushing a steel-fixer against the concrete floor below. The company had no temporary works procedure and had failed to design, coordinate or properly manage the temporary works.

Injuries: Life-changing injuries requiring airlift evacuation by fire and rescue services.

The breach

Regulations 13(1) and 19(1) of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015

The sentence

  • Fine: £100,000
  • Costs: £8,242
HSE inspector

“The correct design and execution of temporary works is an essential element of risk prevention in construction.”

What would have prevented it

Follow a proper temporary works procedure and let mortar cure before backfilling.

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Source: HSE press release, Construction company fined after worker crushed by collapsing wall