Two major companies were responsible for a major blaze in Leeds that led to the evacuation of six homes, the closure of a major road and gas supplies being cut off, a court heard.
Welding work on a gas main sparked a fire that sent 20-foot flames into the sky
Leeds-based Northern Gas Networks Operations Ltd and Morgan Sindall (Infrastructure) plc both neglected basic safety measures when a new section of gas mains needed to be installed during a major construction project on the Ring Road at Beeston.
Leeds Crown Court heard that numerous safety failings by both companies resulted in welding work on a gas main sparking a fire that sent 20-foot flames into the sky. Three workers had to flee to escape…. Read more
CRS says "When undertaking high hazard activities such as this, it is essential that the proper steps are taken to ensure that risks are fully considered and then controlled. NEBOSH Fire Safety and Risk Management Certificate
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