Friday, 23 March 2012

Gullands view on Corporate Manslaughter


Corporate manslaughter is an important issue and it is important to make sure that all factors are addressed.  Gullands in Maidstone have a clear checklist that outlines factors which can affect your business.
Your business may be effected by corporate manslaughter if,
  • The way your business is managed or organised causes or is a factor of a person’s death
  • The persons death is due to a breach of duty

The duty of care covered is,
  • Health and safety
  • A duty owned by a business to employees or a duty owned linked to, the supply of goods, constructions or maintenance or carrying out activity in a commercial basis.
The penalties include,

  • Financial penalties
  • Remedial orders
  •  Reputational damage
  • Insurance
So if you have any worries regarding this issue contact Gullands Maidstone, as they will be able to explain further and help you with these matters.

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