Vicarious Liability at the Petrol Station
Do you understand the term “vicarious liability” as it is applied to health and safety? Here is an example that will explain how it could affect your organisation. If you…
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Vicarious Liability at the Petrol Station
Many organisations and people are confused about the term “vicarious liability” as it is applied to health and safety. Vicarious liability in this context is the liability in civil law…
Acquiring a New Business? Have You Checked the Health & Safety Risks?
Health and safety are not always at the top of the list of considerations when going through the business acquisition process, but there can be considerable implications for the acquiring…
How Do You Put a Sensible Health & Safety Policy together?
Does your organisation employ five people or more? If so, you are legally obliged to have a written health and safety policy. Here are some guidelines on creating one. A…
Brexit – What Changes to Health and Safety Legislation Can We Expect?
A question that is often asked is whether we are likely to see a lot of health and safety legislation changed after Brexit. The short answer is ‘no’, because the…
Health and Safety in the Office
Office health and safety is often overlooked in business. Many office jobs, like sitting at a desk and typing at computer, don’t seem to suggest much risk. However, working in…
