A Lancashire limousine and hearse manufacturer has been ordered to pay more than £23,000 in fines and costs after seven employees developed a debilitating nerve condition.
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) prosecuted Bolton-firm Woodall Nicholson after the workers were diagnosed with Hand Arm Vibration syndrome as a result of almost daily use of hand-held equipment. This included vibrating grinders, saws and pneumatic tools, used over the course of a six and a half year period. Trafford Magistrates Court heard that…
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