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  1. Are You Prepared for the Firefighters' Strike?

    ...ant, although temporary, change of circumstances, which will pose new risks for most businesses. Firefighting and fire precaution measures, as well provisions relating to evacuation procedures and emergency exits, should be reviewed to ensure that staff, contactors, visitors and anyone else on site are not at greater risk because of the lack of fire cover. It is notable that the strike is taking place during the Diwali and Bonfire night periods. Employers who had intended to organise firework displays or bonfires might wish to reassess whether such events can proceed safely. It is important to...

    News | 24 Oct 2002

  2. Are You Prepared for the Firefighters' Strike?

    I hope the following helps. It is an extract of a report that I have seen: In the event of a strike it has been suggested (not confirmed) that, following a 999 call (bearing in mind that so many calls are hoaxes or otherwise unnecessary) the receiving centre will first try and contact someone on site who will (?) check the building in question. If there is no on-site person then the key holder is called and they will check the building (unless, presumably, it is otherwise obvious through the numb...

    Comment | 28 Oct 2002

  3. Are You Prepared for the Firefighters' Strike?

    ... it is incumbent on all organisations to consider whether this action will mean increased risks to their business. A risk assessment would be appropriate so that additional or new hazards can be identified and guarded against. It might also be timely to check that all emergency plans and procedures are in place and that all emergency systems, including fire fighting systems, are working and will do the job intended."

    Comment | 15 Nov 2002

  4. Are You Prepared for the Firefighters' Strike?

    ...over the risk of fire during any industrial action by the fire service. "The ABI urges both homeowners and businesses to assess the fire risks they face, and take steps to minimise the risk of a fire occurring.  Commercial policyholders should speak to their insurance adviser or insurance company for any specific advice and guidance."

    Comment | 24 Oct 2002

  5. Internships – Are you breaking the law?

    ...management plans. 38 CLINIC Workplace Law members ask the experts for advice on key management issues. 09 COMMENT While it's agreed that reducing carbon emissions from the built environment is vital, regulations and standards need to be clear and concise, argues Simon Keel. FOCus 18 INTERNSHIPS: ARE YOU BREAKING THE LAW? There is increasing debate on the legality of unpaid work experience, which could affect interns and employers alike, reports Sarah Wray. netWORK 40 FORUM FOCUS Reflecting Network members' views on the Workplace Law site during the past weeks. 10 FM, HEALTH AND SAFETY LEGAL ...

    Magazine issue | 3 May 2011

  6. Buncefield disaster: the aftermath and what you can learn from it

    ...­ and it may have to happen quickly. Claire Fuller explored the approach taken by the council in the third largest city in the UK. FoCUs 12 AT ThE BuSINESS END Of ThE DISASTER When the Buncefield oil storage depot exploded, more than 400 businesses were directly affected. Some of those businesses are still counting the cost. Nic Paton investigates. 10 CASE LAW n Total liable for Buncefield damages. n Important decision on ETO reasons defence in TUPE cases. n Women no longer have to name comparator in equal pay grievances. TEChNICaL 26 LEGAL upDATE In-depth technical guidance on: REACH; rentin...

    Magazine issue | 5 May 2009

  7. London’s burning, where’s the engine?

    ...­ interactive business and professional Highly commended: AOP Online Publisher of the Year 2005 - business IN EVERY ISSUE: EMPLOYMENT LAW, HEALTH & SAFETY, PREMISES MANAGEMENT CONTENTS Legal calendar 06 Fire, fire... 08 1 October has been designated as a Common Commencement Date. Check that you are ready for all the events and legal developments coming into force this month. Employers looking for a complete picture of how moves to modernise the Fire and Rescue Service will impact on their business might find themselves asking, quite literally, where's the engine? Katy Brown gets an inside vie...

    Magazine issue | 1 Oct 2006

  8. 2005: getting to grips with the legal year ahead

    ...d Sharp 18 2004: a year in review Kelly Mansfield reports on some of the more curious case reports from the last year 21 Off the record Brave is the employer who embarks on the `without prejudice' route, says Gabriella Wright 22 Private property Mark Eltringham investigates the increasingly grey area between working and private lives 26 Legal update 26 Case law Cases breaking the news this month, with comment from the legal experts 28 Technical update Comprehensive practical guidance on topical workplace issues, including family-friendly policies and noise at work 33 Clinic Our panel of lawye...

    Magazine issue | 15 Dec 2004

  9. The Social Network – 12 years of the Workplace Law Conference

    ...ote reference 1843 when booking. Contents In this issue ... Latest 05 EDITORIAL Conference call 06 LEGAL CALENDAR April 2011's common commencement date brings in new legislation heaLth and safety and enViROnMent uPdate 07 NEWS RIDDOR consultation and Consultants Register launched; and employers are urged to provide better guidance on green issues. 18 15 COMMENT The Coalition Government is to limit the number of non-EEA migrants allowed to enter the UK to work, says Michelle Tudor, Barlow Robbins LLP. 15 COntinuinG PROfessiOnaL deVeLOPMent 30 SURVIVAL TRAINING Simon Toseland explains the imp...

    Magazine issue | 1 Mar 2011

  10. ETs on the rise

    workplacelaw The exclusive magazine for premium members of the Workplace Law Network on the rise But there are ways to navigate the Employment Tribunal process ETs inside this issue SEP/OCT 2010 Issue 56 Comment: Prevention is better than cure. Page 9 After the dRA: How retirement procedures may have to change. Page 34 Compliance expert Paul Caddick says there's more to electrical safety than PAT testi...

    Magazine issue | 1 Sep 2010

  11. The world in your hands?

    ...' views on the Workplace Law site during the past weeks. 10 FM LEGAL UPDATE Preparing for climate change by integrating a practical business strategy; and the Workplace Parking levy ­ is it a burden or a benefit? 34 TRANSFERRING UNDER TUPE Sejal Raja on the key issues that employers need to be aware of when considering whether TUPE applies and the obligations it imposes on employers. 44 CLIENT FOCUS: KEEPING ThE ChAPS SAFE How Workplace Law Consulting has helped a busy heating and mechanical services company meet its duties under the CDM Regulations. 22 ThE PERSONNEL TOUCh Sara Bean talks to...

    Magazine issue | 8 Jan 2010

  12. Fire tragedy – advice for houses in multiple occupation

    ... staircase in the middle of the 12-storey 1960s-built tower block in London’s Camberwell, which has raised doubts over whether escape routes and fire prevention measures were adequate.  In a statement yesterday, London Fire Commissioner, Ron Dobson, said that the fire engineering solutions that are part of the design of all high rise buildings were in place at Lakanal House.   “Fire engineering solutions are part of the design of all high rise buildings,” he explained. “These include the materials they are made of, the installation of dry risers (the water mains the Brigade connect to...

    News | 7 Jul 2009

  13. Firefighters begin industrial action

    Alan, I respect any one prepared to run into a burning building to save a life. I have several friends who were firefighters and I often worked alongside them. I can't see why a change to 4 on 4 off 12hr shifts would be such an issue, I dont necessarily agree with the reasoning given for the change but I've no doubt they wi...

    Comment | 28 Sep 2010

  14. 3 strikes and your fire's not out!

    ...this issue ... LATEST 05 EDITORIAL Government bodies seem reluctant to give any real answers to how the fire reform is actually working, commenting only on what the legislation was originally intended to achieve. Is this because they won't admit that the legislation and accompanying budgetary cuts are putting workplaces at risk? 06 LEGAL CALENDAR Key legislative dates and events taking place during November and December 2007. FOCUS 12 3 STRIKES AND YOUR FIRE'S NOT OUT! Measures to cut the cost to the fire service of false alarm callouts could see businesses lacking in emergency support in the ...

    Magazine issue | 8 Nov 2007

  15. Disability access: is it becoming clear yet?

    ...vid Sharp P14 16 5 STEPS TO STEERING CLEAR OF EMPLOYMENT TRIBNALS Your guide to key recent and upcoming changes in employment law ­ how will it affect HR directors? P20 20 A TALL STORY? Can size discrimination ever be justified? Workplace Law Magazine focuses on some unusual cases in this grey area of the law LEGAL UPDATE 24 CASE LAW Legal experts offer their views on the implications of recent case law for employers 26 TECHNICAL UPDATE In-depth legal guidance on: sexual orientation discrimination, age discrimination, and discrimination in recruitment 31 CLINIC Workplace Law's panel of so...

    Magazine issue | 1 Sep 2005

  16. Business as usual? London bomb blasts

    ...vid Sharp P14 16 5 STEPS TO STEERING CLEAR OF EMPLOYMENT TRIBNALS Your guide to key recent and upcoming changes in employment law ­ how will it affect HR directors? P20 20 A TALL STORY? Can size discrimination ever be justified? Workplace Law Magazine focuses on some unusual cases in this grey area of the law LEGAL UPDATE 24 CASE LAW Legal experts offer their views on the implications of recent case law for employers 26 TECHNICAL UPDATE In-depth legal guidance on: sexual orientation discrimination, age discrimination, and discrimination in recruitment 31 CLINIC Workplace Law's panel of so...

    Magazine issue | 1 Sep 2005

  17. Sweeping changes

    ...issue JUL/AUG 2010 Issue 55 Comment: Implications of the BA industrial dispute Page 15 new Government: What now for HR immigration law? Page 34 Environment management expert, Colin Malcolm, talks sensible sustainability. Page 22 Climate change Rules of engagement How to ensure your contractors are competent. Page 24 Cup challenge A bad case of football fever? Page 27 Plus: A new-look data section, news round-up of the leading network stories and Workplace Law news update ... group workplace law health and safety Contents In this issue ... Latest 05 EDITORIAL Seismic shift. iOsh Managi...

    Magazine issue | 1 Jul 2010

  18. Euromillions

    workplacelaw The exclusive magazine for premium members of the Workplace Law Network Euromillions RISK MANAGEMENT SpEcIAl Why we are all winners in the European health and safety lottery OCTOBER 2008 Issue 41 Safety signals president Freeman: First interview with the new leader at IOSH. Page 20 Footloose How safe is your employees' footwear? Page 15 Network Rail sparks safety debate over colour of hard hats. Technical: How...

    Magazine issue | 2 Oct 2008

  19. Evacuation versus invacuation

    ...his issue ... LATEST 05 EDITORIAL I am reminded of a scene in the BBC2 television series, The Office. In the scene an overzealous fire warden tries to get an employee in a wheelchair down the stairs by lifting her chair with her in it. When he and a co-worker get down a few flights of stairs, they are exhausted and decide to leave her there because, after all, it is only a drill. 10 a building is not always possible. But can it ever be safe to leave workers or members of the public in a building as part of an evacuation strategy? Claire Fuller looks at real-life examples to see how well ­ or h...

    Magazine issue | 10 Jul 2008

  20. Fire Safety Training

    Fire Extinguisher Training To train or not to train. Fire extinguishers - Hose Reels etc are placed in buildings to allow staff to tackle a small fire in the early stages. Should you tackle the fire? That requires a knowledge of what people are prepared to do. It is read in many newspapers and TV where the joe/mary public will have a go where life is at risk and may make an entry into a b...

    Comment | 11 Mar 2004

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