A court case has highlighted the need for workers to be aware of the dangers to elderly people after an 81-year-old woman fell through an open hatch in her home.
HSE warned companies undertaking central heating installations and those responsible for managing installation contracts of the serious consequences when safe systems of work are not adopted.
Read regarding the need for workers to consider elderly residents press release
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