Employer liability for workplace injuries is a serious legal and financial risk for businesses across Ireland and the UK. When an accident at work occurs, employer responsibility is assessed against their employer duty of care, their health and safety employer obligations, and whether they took all reasonably practicable steps to prevent foreseeable harm. Where these standards are not met, the result may be employer negligence at work — leading to compensation claims, enforce

Purpose of this Notice When plant, machinery and building services are left idle for extended periods, their condition can change in ways that are not immediately obvious. Moisture can accumulate, components may corrode or seize, lubricants can degrade, and control systems may become unstable. Restarting equipment without suitable preparation can therefore result in damage, service disruption or serious safety incidents. This advisory note outlines practical precautions to su

At Carn Engineering, we’re committed to delivering thorough and reliable inspection and testing services. This document outlines recommended inspection and examination frequencies for key categories of engineering equipment in accordance with United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland legislation.