Criminal Law Flashcards
What does Criminal law mean
Establishes a set of rules for acceptable behavior
Main duties in the workplace are :
HSAWA 1974
MHSW REGS 1999
An example of breaches of criminal law
Breaches of HASAWA or specific regs is a crime which is illegal and punished by law. Its a criminal offence
Who’s the offence against in criminal law
The offence is against society
Who takes action in breaches of criminal law
HSE or CPS
Is loss necessary in criminal law
No
What outcome is being sought in criminal law
The enforcing authority / Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) seeks to punish for breach of law.
How is guilt/liability proven in criminal law
With criminal law guilt has to be proven beyond all reasonable doubt, which essentially means ‘certainty’ of guilt. However, it is recognised that ‘certainty’ is a variable standard.
Can employers insure against Criminal law
No !!!!
What courts are criminal law held in
Criminal courts
Criminal law is covered by what acts
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
