VDU health and safety: the rules

Article Abstract:

The health and safety of employees in the UK is protected under both civil and criminal laws. In civil law, employers are obligated to look after the well-being of their employees. Employees who have suffered work-related injuries due to some fault of the employer may file a civil suit against that employer. Likewise, employers who dismiss workers for having been afflicted with work-related injuries may be sued in the civil courts. In criminal law, particularly under the Health and Safety at Work Act of 1974, employers are mandated to adopt measures to protect employees while at work. Violation of such health and safety regulations can result in fines or even imprisonment. Criminal laws regarding the health effects of using video display terminals (VDU) have yet to be enacted. However, the EC has already issued a directive governing the use of the VDU. These new EC regulations are discussed.

Health aspects, Occupational health and safety, Occupational safety and health, Video monitors

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New bill imposes 'strict' liability

Article Abstract:

Accountants should be aware of three areas of Britain's Consumer Protection Bill of 1986 which may affect their clients. The Law imposes strict product liability rules on manufacturers and importers. New laws concerning misleading price indication have been passed. The new laws have made it easier to prosecute designers, manufacturers, or suppliers of defective products. The laws also provide criminal sanctions for some persons who circulate defective products.

Product defects and recalls, Products, Strict liability

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Put it in writing

Article Abstract:

Accountants who document the work done for clients greatly reduce the risk of being sued and-or losing a lawsuit. The courts give much greater weight to written records than they give to memory. Records of communications between client and accountant can be used to help reconstruct the case prior to the trial and to jog the memories of witnesses. The procedures for using documentary evidence in a British court of law are discussed.

Prevention, Accounting, Practice, Accountants, Malpractice

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