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Last month a company director was sent to prison following a fatal accident at his workplace. What can you learn from this tragic case?
Published 23.11.2005
In the first case of its kind, a small company has been convicted of corporate manslaughter. Following its decision, the court imposed an eye-watering £385,000 fine. So what do the directors need to
know about this ruling?
Published 04.03.2011
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
Following a recent inspection by the Health & Safety Executive, you’ve been advised to set up a formal committee to discuss any health and safety issues which arise. Is it necessary and could it
really help avoid personal liability?
Published 22.11.2006
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
Whilst directors of large firms continue to evade responsibility for employee fatalities at work, directors of small companies aren’t so lucky. What valuable lessons can you learn from a recent case?
Published 05.07.2006
You’ve heard there have been recent changes to health and safety regulations, and as a director you’re responsible for ensuring your company complies with these. What are the changes and when did
they come into force?
Published 01.05.2012
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
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