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Inquest reveals HGV driver was crushed by hay bales at Cheshire farm

HGV driver Tony Williams died in December 2020 after two hay bales fell onto him while he was unloading them on a farm in Cheshire

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鈥淚t became apparent that there were no clear images in the guidance or support materials produced by HSE to assist drivers who load and unload bales.鈥
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鈥淚t became apparent that there were no clear images in the guidance or support materials produced by HSE to assist drivers who load and unload bales.鈥

A coroner has called for clearer safety advice for farmers and drivers about loading bales on wagons. It follows the death of HGV driver Tony Williams who died on December 2, 2020, after two hay bales...

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