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Carmarthenshire County Council has been fined £45,000 for a potentially fatal incident in which a drama teacher plunged 2.5 metres down a stage lift shaft.
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Health and Safety (Offences) Act
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Kellie Mundell, Community Editor The health and safety community has been busy this week posting questions in the community section. This is your chance to use your knowledge and help your peers. Questions added this week include: Safety valves: Is it acceptable to install an installation valve between a pressure vessel and the safety/relief valve? Post your answer. Ladders: I am looking for a ladder to enter an underground structures over 700m. Can you help? Broadcasting safety policies: I am looking for guidelines for a safety policy for a broadcasting station. Do you know where to find them?
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