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In part three, we are going to look at the factors for consideration that would determine the offence category stating with culpability and then looking at harm. Culpability can be determined as either very high, high, medium or low with harm classified as level A, B or C.

Part 2 looks at the factors to be considered when there is a potential for an unlimited fine to be imposed and gives a brief overview of harm cause, risk, culpability and financial means.

In this blog we are going to explore the sentencing guidelines surrounding health and safety legislation should an organisation be facing prosecution.

Health and Safety regulations ensure organisations are meeting their legal, moral and ethical duties to the State, employees and the wider society. However, staying one step ahead of regulations and the costs associated with the FFI scheme can be a challenge.

Health and Safety compliance is important and must be evidenced but paperwork often leads to more paperwork and doesn’t necessarily keep people safe. Should we prioritise paperwork over strong health and safety leadership or aim to find the right balance between both?

In May 2024, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) issued the Ministry of Defence (MOD) with a Crown Censure.