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A man who suffered post-traumatic stress after he saw his workmate die in an accident during construction of the new Wembley Stadium has lost his claim for compensation. Read why the High Court rejected his claim.
A recent survey has revealed a growing awareness of the potential impact of the corporate manslaughter legislation in relation to occupational road risk.
Do you check employees’ licences and servicing paperwork before letting them drive their own cars for work purposes? Vote here.
Last week’s results:
Smoke-free vehicles
Have you had problems enforcing the smoke-free regulations in work vehicles?
Yes: 18%
No: 46%
The rule is unenforceable: 36%
A new question has been added to our community section: Refusal to work policy.
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Best wishes,
Kellie Mundell, Community Editor
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