Recently, I have been asked many questions regarding the law surrounding recruitment, so I thought I would give employers 5 top tips that will help them stay on the right side of the law when taking on a new employee.
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Monthly Archive November 2015
Window cleaning company fined £45,000 after employee falls to his death
At the end of last month, Blades Limited, a window cleaning company in London, pleaded guilty to a single charge of breaching general duty to an employee under the Health and Safety at Work Act. The company was fined £45,000 and ordered to pay £7,500 costs.
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NovChristmas parties: Avoiding employment issues
As the festive season gets into full swing next week, many of us will be preparing ourselves for the Christmas party, where of course many of us intend to relax with colleagues over one or two.
This time of year is great for letting your hair down, however ensure that employees (particular managers) are aware of the rules relating to conduct towards one another.
Therefore as we prepare for our own Christmas party I have put together a few tips for ensuring a smooth office do!
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NovBonfire Night: Health and Safety
The 5th of November, Bonfire Night or Guy Fawkes’ night marks the day in 1605 when Guy Fawkes tried and failed to blow up the Houses of Parliament in the infamous gunpowder plot.
We celebrate the event today by lighting bonfires and watching fireworks in towns and villages across the UK.
Many of us will either be attending fire work displays, holding firework displays or having some fireworks at home in our gardens over the next few days.
Fireworks parties can be brilliant fun if safety rules are followed. It’s important to remember that fireworks are explosives and, just like that gun powder, can cause severe injury if not handled properly. What is needed is good planning and a level head on the night!
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