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Warnings over Quick Hitch Attachements for Excavators

Warning over Quick Hitch Attachments for Excavators:-
Following a sequence of near misses, accidents and unfortunately fatalities involving failure of quick hitches urgent guidance has been issued by the Health & Safety Executive to try and raise awareness of the potential problems if this equipment is not well maintained and regularly inspected. Essential reading for anyone involved with excavation this article contains comment from HSE. The requirement for thorough examination by a competent person in all cases is clear.

Added Incidents and Accidents on 20/06/08

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