A utility company, Electricity Network Company (ENC) Ltd, was fined over 7,000 after being found guilty of unsafe roadworks due to inadequate safety measures in south London last summer. During roadworks on Trinity Crescent in August 2024, it failed to use proper signs, cones, and barriers. Wandsworth Council's cabinet member emphasized that such carelessness endangers residents and affirmed accountability. Despite acknowledging lapses, ENC defended its overall safety reputation, asserting that it takes health and safety concerns seriously and usually maintains high standards.
The company pled guilty to breaching safety regulations, expressing 'sincere regret' over the incident, and was fined over 7,000 for unsafe roadworks.
Jenny Yates highlighted that the companyâs 'carelessness' posed a danger to residents, emphasizing that the council will hold companies accountable for risks in the borough.
ENC acknowledged that photos from a council controller indicated inadequate safety measures during the roadworks, and expressed disappointment over their reputation being questioned.
An ENC director stated that while disappointed, the company usually maintains a 'consistently high site standard' for safety and quality across their work.
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