Last updated: 04.11.2009
Statistics 2008/2009
Ill Health; 551,000 new cases. Half of those cases were musculoskeletal problems.
Injuries; 131,895 injuries resulting in more than 3 days off work. 25% were due to slips and trips, 20% due to manual handling.
14,394 Enforcement notices were issued.
HSE prosecution cases were 91% successful.
Average fine £20,606 per case (excludes legal costs)