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Unsafe system of work transferring from pallet to a raised platform
Fork lift being lifted on to vehicle fell when winch wire failed under load
Lifting operation not properly planned, managed and supervised
Workman seriously injured during improperly planned and executed lift
Wooden bearer sent flying by pipe struck workman on head
Fitter loses four fingers as load slides and falls to the ground
Sling failure and inadequate lifting plan resulted in leg amputation
Firm failed to train in lorry mounted crane remote control risk
Workman injured by falling heavy expanded polystyrene block
Builder given prison term after timber falls on three year old girl
Lifting not properly planned, supervised and carried out safely
Granite supplier failed to inspect lifting equipment and take action
Workman struck by steel beam and seriously injured
Major project PC failed to plan, supervise and carry out lift safely
Multiple fractures caused by inappropriate use of fork lift
Counterweight or suspension rope struck worker in lift shaft
Action not paperwork essential to prevent fall during lifting operation
Panel fell on workman during turbine maintenance project
Errors whilst lifting pre-cast concrete blocks fined £600,000
Third party contractor falls victim of poor lift planning
Incorrect stacking of pipes triggered fall and crushing of workman
Steel fabricator could have used sling to safely suspend grids-
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