§ Mr. CryerTo ask the Secretary of State for Employment if he will make a statement on the actions taken by the Health and Safety Executive in connection with the fatal accident to Mr. A. A. Binns on 6 November 1990 at Beeston, Nottingham, in the premises of Boots plc; and if he will make a statement.
Mr. JacksonThe Health and Safety Executive investigation into the fatal accident on 6 November 1990 to Mr. A. A. Binns at Boots plc., Beeston, Nottingham started on the day of the accident. HSE examined the nature of the task being carried out at the time of the accident and the working procedures being followed, interviewed witnesses, including the man working with Mr. Binns when the accident happened, examined the technical evidence available and also considered the experience of the fitters involved.
In addition, HSE prepared a report on the investigation for HM coroner and provided evidence and assistance at the inquest.