Reckless directors set to face jail or disqualification
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Top managers and directors of firms found guilty of corporate killings could expect jail sentences or a ban from leadership roles under new legislation in the UK covering health and safety in the workplace.
Publication Name: Health & Safety at Work
Subject: Human resources and labor relations
ISSN: 0141-8246
Year: 2000
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Prescott unveils tough plan to cut deaths and illness
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Making company directors responsible for accidents in the workplace is part of a national drive by the UK government to reduce the number of injuries sustained at work by up to 3,000 per year.
Publication Name: Health & Safety at Work
Subject: Human resources and labor relations
ISSN: 0141-8246
Year: 2000
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Certification bodies appointed for SafeCert scheme
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A British certification scheme to promote safety standards and awareness in industry is reported. Features, regulation and accredited bodies are discussed.
Publication Name: Health & Safety at Work
Subject: Human resources and labor relations
ISSN: 0141-8246
Year: 2000
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