Construction Company Fined After Employee Suffers Life-Changing Injuries in Residential Fall
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A construction company has been fined after a worker suffered life-changing injuries in a fall at a residential property in Leamington Spa.
The fall accident occurred on 16 July 2024, when 65-year-old bricklayer Nicholas Crow was carrying out work for Sibbasbridge Limited at a residential property on Binswood Avenue. Mr Crow was helping to install new steps when he fell from a height of more than two metres through an unguarded opening in a balustrade into a basement lightwell.
The gap had been created the previous day after railings were removed to allow old steps to be taken out. However, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) found that appropriate safety measures had not been put in place before work continued. No scaffolding, barriers or other protective measures were installed to prevent a fall from height.
Mr Crow suffered devastating injuries, including head trauma and a stroke. He has since been left with ongoing mobility difficulties, problems with speech and memory, and reduced ability to carry out everyday tasks. His wife, Sarah, described the impact of the incident on her husband and family, saying that his best years had been taken away and that they continue to experience the effects of his injuries every day.
Employers are responsible for preventing residential fall injuries and identifying risks
An HSE investigation concluded that Sibbasbridge Limited had failed to plan the work properly, carry out a suitable task-specific risk assessment, or prepare an appropriate method statement before employees began the job. The company was fined £16,000 and ordered to pay more than £7,000 in costs after admitting health and safety breaches.
Mr Crow’s accident at work demonstrates the importance of safety in construction environments. Not only are falls from height possible in large building sites, but also in smaller residential properties. Employers, contractors, and property owners all have responsibilities to ensure that work is carried out safely and that foreseeable risks are properly managed, wheresoever the project occurs.
Falls from height remain one of the most common causes of serious workplace injuries and are the leading cause of work-related fatalities. Where construction companies fail to take reasonable precautions, injured individuals may be entitled to pursue a personal injury claim.
Making a personal injury claim against a negligent construction employer
Accidents can happen in many environments, including construction sites, residential properties, commercial buildings, and public areas. An employer’s liability claim may arise if someone suffers an injury because a responsible party has failed to maintain safe conditions or address known hazards.
Construction accident claims can be made if unsafe working practices, inadequate safety equipment, poor risk assessments or failures by contractors to protect workers and visitors led to personal injury. Depending on the circumstances, those injured may be able to seek compensation for their injuries, financial losses, rehabilitation costs and the impact on their quality of life.
How Workplace Injury & Illness Claims can help you claim
At Workplace Injury & Illness Claims, we understand how life-changing a serious injury can be for individuals and their families. Whether you have been injured due to construction negligence, unsafe property conditions, our team can provide a free, no-obligation assessment of your circumstances.
If we feel you have a valid claim, we will introduce you to specialist solicitors ** who can help pursue compensation on a no win, no fee * basis. From your initial enquiry through to the conclusion of your claim, we are here to provide clear guidance and support while helping you access the compensation you may be entitled to.
Start your residential fall claim today by calling us on 08082391859^ or using our contact form.
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