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Workplace health and safety matters encompass a wide range of obligations, from regulatory compliance to the management of accidents, injuries, and operational risks. Breaches can have serious legal, financial, and reputational consequences, making expert legal guidance essential.
We provide strategic advice to both employers and employees, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations while addressing disputes and investigations efficiently. Our approach is evidence-driven, practical, and focused on minimising risk and achieving outcomes that are legally sound and operationally effective.
Workplace Health and Safety Services
We advise on all aspects of health and safety law, including:
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Regulatory compliance and risk management strategies
Regulatory compliance and risk management strategies
Navigating the framework of health and safety legislation is complex. We help you implement systems that ensure legal compliance.
- Advising on the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
- Reviewing risk assessments and safety policies
- Ensuring compliance with industry-specific regulations
- Drafting director responsibility statements
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Investigations into workplace incidents and accidents
Investigations into workplace incidents and accidents
Following an accident, a thorough internal investigation is crucial. We guide you through the process to establish facts and manage liability.
- Advising on RIDDOR reporting requirements
- Conducting legally privileged internal investigations
- Managing evidence preservation and witness statements
- Liaising with insurance providers
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Enforcement actions, notices, and prosecutions
Enforcement actions, notices, and prosecutions
We defend businesses facing regulatory enforcement. We challenge notices and represent clients in HSE prosecutions.
- Appealing against Improvement and Prohibition Notices
- Representing clients in interviews under caution
- Defending Health and Safety Executive (HSE) prosecutions
- Mitigating penalties and fines
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Employment-related claims linked to health and safety breaches
Employment-related claims linked to health and safety breaches
Health and safety concerns often lead to employment disputes. We handle claims regarding unsafe working environments.
- Defending claims for detriment due to health and safety concerns
- Handling automatic unfair dismissal claims (s.100 ERA)
- Advising on “refusal to work” on safety grounds
- Managing whistleblowing regarding safety breaches
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Representation in hearings, tribunals, and court proceedings
Representation in hearings, tribunals, and court proceedings
We provide expert advocacy in all legal forums. Our representation ensures your case is presented persuasively and professionally.
- Representing clients at Coroners’ Inquests
- Advocating in Employment Tribunals
- Defending criminal proceedings in Magistrates’ and Crown Courts
- Managing civil liability claims
Regulatory compliance and risk management strategies
Navigating the framework of health and safety legislation is complex. We help you implement systems that ensure legal compliance.
- Advising on the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
- Reviewing risk assessments and safety policies
- Ensuring compliance with industry-specific regulations
- Drafting director responsibility statements
Investigations into workplace incidents and accidents
Following an accident, a thorough internal investigation is crucial. We guide you through the process to establish facts and manage liability.
- Advising on RIDDOR reporting requirements
- Conducting legally privileged internal investigations
- Managing evidence preservation and witness statements
- Liaising with insurance providers
Enforcement actions, notices, and prosecutions
We defend businesses facing regulatory enforcement. We challenge notices and represent clients in HSE prosecutions.
- Appealing against Improvement and Prohibition Notices
- Representing clients in interviews under caution
- Defending Health and Safety Executive (HSE) prosecutions
- Mitigating penalties and fines
Employment-related claims linked to health and safety breaches
Health and safety concerns often lead to employment disputes. We handle claims regarding unsafe working environments.
- Defending claims for detriment due to health and safety concerns
- Handling automatic unfair dismissal claims (s.100 ERA)
- Advising on “refusal to work” on safety grounds
- Managing whistleblowing regarding safety breaches
Representation in hearings, tribunals, and court proceedings
We provide expert advocacy in all legal forums. Our representation ensures your case is presented persuasively and professionally.
- Representing clients at Coroners’ Inquests
- Advocating in Employment Tribunals
- Defending criminal proceedings in Magistrates’ and Crown Courts
- Managing civil liability claims
Workplace Health and Safety FAQs
Here are answers to some common questions about our legal services for Workplace Health and Safety.
Can I refuse to work if I feel unsafe?
Yes, under Section 44/100 of the Employment Rights Act 1996, you have the right to leave or refuse to return to a workplace if you reasonably believe you are in serious and imminent danger. You cannot be dismissed or suffer detriment for this.
What are an employer's main health and safety duties?
Employers must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the health, safety, and welfare of their employees. This includes conducting risk assessments, providing safe equipment and training, and appointing a competent person to manage safety.
What is RIDDOR?
RIDDOR (Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations) requires employers to report certain serious workplace accidents, occupational diseases, and near misses to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Failure to report is a criminal offence.
Can directors be prosecuted for health and safety breaches?
Yes. If a breach is due to the consent, connivance, or neglect of a director, they can be prosecuted personally alongside the company. This can lead to unlimited fines, disqualification, or imprisonment.
How do I appeal an HSE Prohibition Notice?
If you receive a Prohibition Notice (stopping work immediately) or Improvement Notice, you can appeal to the Employment Tribunal within 21 days. We can assist in challenging the notice if it was issued incorrectly or disproportionately.
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