Evac+Chair: An emergency service

Article Abstract:

Employers are required to provide necessary services and assistance to its staff with mobility difficulties during an emergency or a building evacuation, such as Evac+Chair, manufactured by Evac+Chair International Ltd. The failure of the employer to provide care to its employees in case of an emergency may lead to allegations of corporate manslaughter and/or imprisonment against the employer.

United Kingdom, Offices & clinics of medical doctors, Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists, Occupational Health Clinics, Occupational health services, Assistance in emergencies, Emergency assistance

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Strictly COSHH

Article Abstract:

The Court of Appeal's recent judgment underlines the employerEs absolute duty to prevent employees exposure to substances hazardous to health. The purpose of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) is both protective and preventive that involves positive obligations on employers to seek out the risks and take precautions against them.

Employers

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Doing more

Article Abstract:

The issues of the reverse burden of proof in the health and safety offences are discussed. The interpretation of the Section 40 of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 is given.

United States, Company legal issue, Cases

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