Employers must have a safe system of work in place to protect workers from the risks of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) being caused or made worse by their work.

Accidental contact with live overhead power lines kills people and causes many serious injuries every year.

Ladders remain a constant subject of inquiry and although ladders are not banned in the workplace, they should not be the first choice for any working at height task.

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) warns of the dangers of working under vehicles without proper equipment.

To carry out their work, HSE inspectors have a number of legal powers, or rights. These powers are given to them by the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974.