How to record accidents at work
Make sure you’re aware of how to record accidents at work, to comply with your legal obligations and keep your staff safe.
Marion joined Sparqa Legal as a Senior Legal Editor in 2018. She previously worked as a corporate/commercial lawyer for five years at one of New Zealand’s leading law firms, Kensington Swan (now Dentons Kensington Swan), and as an in-house legal consultant for a UK tech company. Marion regularly writes for Sparqa’s blog, contributing across its commercial, IP and health and safety law content.
What are KIT days?
KIT days are a great tool to keep staff on maternity leave included in your business and to help them hit the ground running on their return.
Helen Turnbull is Head of Strategic Development for the Marketplace at FromCounsel, the specialist corporate legal resource trusted by top global law firms and FTSE 100 companies. Before joining FromCounsel in 2021, Helen was Head of Content at Sparqa Legal. Having previously spent 12 years practising as a commercial and property law barrister, Helen regularly contributes her expertise to Sparqa’s blog.
What are the five steps in risk assessment?
Don’t forget any of the five steps in risk assessment! Make sure you identify hazards and who’s at risk, set out action you’ll take, and record and review.
Marion joined Sparqa Legal as a Senior Legal Editor in 2018. She previously worked as a corporate/commercial lawyer for five years at one of New Zealand’s leading law firms, Kensington Swan (now Dentons Kensington Swan), and as an in-house legal consultant for a UK tech company. Marion regularly writes for Sparqa’s blog, contributing across its commercial, IP and health and safety law content.
What’s on the horizon?
- 4 August 2022: Bank of England base rate review
- 30 September 2022: Temporary adjustment to right to work checks ends
- 1 October 2022: New restrictions on placement and promotion of high fat, salty and sugary foods (HFSS) come into force
G is for…
Garden leave
This usually applies during a senior staff member’s notice period. They are kept employed on full pay but do not work, have no access to company information, and cannot work for anyone else.