Health and Safety: What does it cost?
The Health and Safety (Offences) Act 2008 (“the Act”) came into force, on 16 January 2008. The Act increases the maximum fines for a number of health & safety offences as well as extending the range of charges which can result in sentences of imprisonment. It is intended that the Act will result in a real incentive to employers to take their health and safety responsibilities seriously and act as a deterrent to those who may otherwise find ways to avoid them.
This briefing note looks at what factors are taken into consideration by Courts when deciding on the level of fine to impose for health and safety offences and how businesses may be affected.
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