Mobile phone liabilities

Article Abstract:

Employers' liability, vicarious liability to third parties and criminal law are all relevant issues when considering the responsibility of UK construction industry employers with regard to the use of mobile phones by employees. An employer will not face prosecution for criminal acts relating to mobile phone use by an employee, but conviction for a crime such as driving without due care and attention could have a material impact on claims for damages made against an employer. It is wise for employers to issue guidelines relating to the use of mobile phones.

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Timely reminder

Article Abstract:

The onus is on employers to ensure workers are not pressed into working for more than 48 hours in any given week, unless an opt-out clause is obtained. Limiting the number of hours worked per week is aimed at ensuring the health and safety of workers and is a statutory requirement under the Working Time Regulations of 1998. More accidents occur if worker are over-tired which could lead to prosecution from the Health and Safety Executive.

Occupational health and safety, Occupational safety and health, Employee rights

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It's all in the timing

Article Abstract:

Issues are presented concerning the poor drafting of the Working Time Regulations 1998. The government's efforts to correct the loopholes in the legislation through the issue of a guidance document are discussed.

Officials and employees, Work, Work (Labor), Quality of work life

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