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Health & Safety offences

Protecting Businesses from Health & Safety Investigations

This is one of the most heavily regulated sectors when it comes to health and safety. With strict compliance requirements under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, businesses must ensure they meet legal obligations. However, even with the best safety measures in place, incidents can occur, leading to regulatory scrutiny, investigations, and enforcement action from the Health & Safety Executive (HSE).

Receiving an HSE Notice of Contravention (NoC) can be a serious issue for any construction business. It signifies that an inspector has identified a material breach of health and safety law, potentially resulting in enforcement action, financial penalties, or even criminal prosecution. If your business is facing an investigation, legal advice is essential to navigate the process effectively and protect your interests.

Understanding HSE Investigations &
Enforcement in Construction

The HSE has extensive powers to investigate and enforce compliance within the construction sector. The consequences of failing to respond properly can be severe, ranging from fines to imprisonment for company directors.

Common Causes of HSE Notices in Construction

Breach of Health & Safety Regulations

Failure to meet legal safety standards, such as inadequate risk assessments, unsafe scaffolding, or insufficient PPE.

Failure to meet legal safety standards, such as inadequate risk assessments, unsafe scaffolding, or insufficient PPE.

Workplace Incidents & Accidents

Fatal or serious injuries leading to HSE intervention, investigations, and potential prosecution.

Fatal or serious injuries leading to HSE intervention, investigations, and potential prosecution.

Failure to Comply with Notices

Ignoring previous improvement or prohibition notices can escalate enforcement action.

Ignoring previous improvement or prohibition notices can escalate enforcement action.

Unsafe Working Practices

Issues such as working at height without fall protection, improper machinery use, or poor site management.

Issues such as working at height without fall protection, improper machinery use, or poor site management.

How We Defend Construction Businesses
Against HSE Action

At My Commercial Lawyers, we provide legal support to businesses facing HSE investigations. Our services include:
Our priority is to minimise risk, protect your business, and ensure compliance without unnecessary disruption.

Why Choose My Commercial Lawyers?

We understand the regulatory landscape and the challenges businesses face. Our tailored legal strategies ensure your case is handled efficiently, reducing exposure to financial penalties and reputational damage.

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If your business has received an HSE Notice of Contravention, is under investigation, or facing prosecution, contact us today for specialist legal advice and defence.

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