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Timber framing is the oldest method of framing still in use in the construction industry, yet it is also one that brings with it a high risk of fire. With this in mind, and a view to reducing the chances of fire-related building site accident claims, the Health and Safety Executive publishes very clear guidance on the use of timber frames on building sites.
Typically, every year in the UK, there are thousands of fires on construction sites, with many of these caused by the "tinder box effect" of timber frames.
In fact, many site managers need to be aware of "timber to tinder" risk, whether they are overseeing work on large-scale construction sites, refurbishment work or smaller-scale private builds.
In 2010, following a revision of the timber frame fire safety guidance, Philip White, the HSE's Chief Inspector of Construction, commented, "At worst, fires can and do kill. They can also badly injure and cause serious human suffering and financial loss. Preventing them must be a priority on any building project.
"We have updated the guidance to take account of changes in the law and recent fires on construction sites. It includes new information on higher risk building such as timber frame and multi storey construction and outlines the extra precautions which need to be taken with these.
"Our inspectors would prefer to offer advice but if lives and livelihoods are at risk they will not hesitate to take enforcement action."
A spokesperson from no win, no fee building site accident claim specialist YouClaim, commented, "Fire is a very real hazard and is one that should never be underestimated. In fact, the effects of fire cost British businesses nearly £8 billion each year.
"But this about more than money. Fires can also cause very serious personal injuries and even result in death. Clearly, these situations are tragic for the families involved and are completely unacceptable. In all such cases, those responsible should be held accountable both in the civil courts and, where appropriate, in the criminal courts."
Claim 100% compensation for a building site accident
All employers have a duty of care to the welfare of employees. If this is neglected, whether though negligent acts or negligent omissions, those affected may be entitled to claim money for pain, suffering, lost earnings and medical expenses.
Here at YouClaim we enable deserving claimants to claim what they are due by providing a completely risk-free service. This means, win or lose, we never charge a penny in costs, fees or disbursements while also striving to maximize the settlements obtained by our clients.
Nor do we ever take a cut; our 100% compensation promise.
We have a team of personal injury solicitors whose specialist expertise is in the field of building site accident claims; all work under governance of Law Society body the SRA.
To find out more about how we may be able to help you secure civil justice, simply use our echat pop out, complete an online claim form or call us, on 0800 10 757 95.
