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Wigan Depot Denies Health and Safety Concerns

A major high street retailer and a leading trade union have rebutted allegations about health and safety breaches at a Wigan depot. 

 

Poundland and Usdaw have spoken out after a whistleblower claimed employees were being put at risk because procedures were not being followed at the distribution centre in Ashton. 

 

The allegations included forklift truck drivers carrying too many pallets and maneuvering recklessly around employees, and fire escapes being blocked. The claims are being investigated by Wigan Council. 

 

However, the retailer has firmly denied the allegations. A Poundland spokesman said: 

 

"All forklift truck drivers are trained to high industry standards which is substantiated by recent visits from Wigan Council and the environmental officer who have both praised the efficient and organised operation of the centre. 

 

"Consumption of food and drink being banned is standard across the logistics industry for health and safety reasons. This is enforced for the protection of our colleagues. 

 

"All fire exits are checked on shift handover and periodically on shifts, it is the responsibility of the individual who finds a breach of health and safety to report it to their duty manager." 

 

If you have been injured in an accident at work, you may be entitled to compensation. Call our claims team on 01942 366 388 to discuss your circumstances. 

 

 

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