The tragic events of 14 June 2017, when a fire broke out in the Grenfell Tower residential accommodation block, illustrated the devastating effects of poor
An electric gate company has been handed a £30,000 fine for health and safety failings that led to the death of a six-year-old boy. The
When it comes to school fairs, effective planning and organisation is essential to creating an event that is both safe and enjoyable. And while health
Last week, an alliance of unions, charities and women’s rights groups initiated a campaign calling for employers to be held legally liable if they fail
The Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 (HSWA) sets out the general health and safety duties employers have toward their employees. It also
BLOG All businesses have a duty of care to make sure relevant health and safety regulations are complied with. To ensure that employers are abiding
Football clubs of all levels have a duty of care to protect their staff, volunteers and service users. No organisation is exempt from abiding by
St Albans City Football Club has been fined £1,000 following the death of a volunteer. 71-year-old Clive Churchhouse, who had carried out ‘odd jobs’ at
Charitable organisations heavily rely on the man power of generous volunteers, but employers’ obligations in respect of non-paid workers are often unclear. Confusion over the
When the weather turns colder, employees who work inside can turn up the AC or put on extra clothing. However, for those who work outside,
