HSE prosecution highlights planning failures in forklift lift
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HSE says a 1.2-tonne crate fell during an inadequately assessed, planned and supervised forklift unloading operation, causing life-changing injuries. The notice concerns a September 2026 prosecution; the underlying incident occurred in 2020.
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- Health and Safety Executive
- Original date
- 15 Sept 2026
- Published by us
- 17 Sept 2026
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