{"product_id":"accidents-will-happen-an-inspector-recalls","title":"Accidents Will Happen: An Inspector Recalls","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThis book is a memoir of the author's 30-year career enforcing safety and health in various industries, including steel, metal processing, textiles, and building and civil engineering. It covers his recruitment, training, and inspection work, as well as the investigation of tragic accidents. It also describes the changes in his working practices and powers under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 192 pages\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 09 November 2018\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Brewin Books\u003cbr\u003e                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book is a captivating account of the author's remarkable thirty-year journey (1964-1994) in enforcing safety and health standards across various industries. From the bustling steel and metal processing industries in South Yorkshire to the picturesque Dales and the inspection of building and civil engineering in Herefordshire and Worcestershire, the author's experiences are diverse and extensive.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book serves as a comprehensive record of the author's career, encompassing everything from recruitment and basic training to conducting thorough inspections and investigating heart-wrenching accidents that have affected people of all ages, including children. Throughout his journey, the author reflects on the significant changes in his working practices and powers as a result of the landmark Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile the book primarily delves into the day-to-day realities of an inspector's work, it also provides valuable insights into the legal aspects of the profession. The author takes readers on a journey from the initial stages of a case taken in a local Magistrates Court to the preparation for a case before the esteemed Lord Chief Justice in the Court of Appeal in London.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrough his vivid storytelling and meticulous attention to detail, the author offers a deep understanding of the challenges and rewards of working in the field of safety and health. His experiences and observations shed light on the importance of regulations, the dedication of inspectors, and the impact of accidents on individuals and communities.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the field of safety and health, as well as those who seek to gain a deeper understanding of the legal aspects of this important profession. It is a testament to the author's dedication, expertise, and commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of those he served.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 381g                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 210 x 150 x 22 (mm)                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781858585918                                                      \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alan Brosnan","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44094626758906,"sku":"9781858585918","price":14.71,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/77eddcccc88a6144a854be1a08a84016.jpg?v=1628043605","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/accidents-will-happen-an-inspector-recalls","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}