The first prosecution for corporate manslaughter is being brought against a company. But it’s not a major player that’s involved. Why should this worry you?
Published 27.05.2009
You’ve heard that the outcome of a recent case makes it easier than ever for the Health and Safety Executive to pursue directors personally if their companies fall foul of workplace legislation. Is
this correct?
Published 07.05.2009
In a recent case involving a breach of health and safety rules, a company was hit with a hefty fine for not remedying a risk it had identified. What steps can you take to avoid getting caught in the
same trap?
Published 03.10.2011
The police have stated that they’re to investigate the potential liability of companies for serious road traffic accidents. So what should be your position?
Published 30.01.2008
The HSE says directors should follow its guidance on how health and safety should be managed in the workplace. So, are you legally required to do this and what could happen if you don’t?
Published 16.09.2009
From 1 February 2016 the courts will impose much greater fines for health and safety breaches and corporate manslaughter, regardless of when the offence occurred. How will these fines be calculated?
Published 01.12.2015
Under the new “Fee for Intervention” (FFI) scheme, the HSE can charge companies £124 per hour for its inspectors’ time. Should the directors be worried?
Published 17.10.2012
You might have heard that directors will soon face tougher penalties for breaches of health and safety legislation. Is this really something you should be worried about, or just more hot air being
spouted by the media?
Published 29.03.2010
Is it true that there’s no legislation that says you have to undertake proactive health and safety management within the company? And if not, how you can protect your personal position as a director?
What does the latest case say?
Published 18.07.2007
The recent prosecution of a council in connection with a fatal Legionella outbreak shows what can go wrong when management responsibilities for health and safety aren’t clearly defined. As a
director, what lessons can you learn from it?
Published 14.02.2007