Legislation Flashcards
What are the three types of law
Common
Civil
Criminal
Data protection act 1998, what does it do and how
The act prevents companies using and selling your personal information without your consent. However consent is often hidden in terms and conditions and is therefore available to many third parties which means it can often be bought
How does the corporate manslaughter and homicide act affect work in the security industry, and what year was it?
2007
Outlines that companies can be charged should there be a significant breach in management failures leading to death. If you are incorrectly briefed about the dangers of a situation or are hurt, the company you work for is liable
What does RIPA stand for
Regulation of investigatory powers act
What article of the human rights act allows private companies to conduct investigations
Article 8
What year was the human rights act
1998
Under what circumstances can you perform a citizens arrest
List three things to consider
Is a policeman nearby
Is the offence indictable (jailable)
Is it safe to perform a citizens arrest in that circumstance
Why might you Justify your actions to police officer using the criminal law act
The use of reasonable force against an assailant
What year is the criminal law act
1977
In what way might a CPO follow the health and safety act 2004?
Ensuring that they work in a safe environment, do not take unnecessary risks, and are briefed of the dangers before working
What is considered harassment?
The persistent following or disturbing of an individual AFTER having been asked to stop
Why was the road traffic act introduced? And what years was it first introduced?
First introduced 1930 to start governing the laws of the road. Covers legal blood alcohol levels, speed limits, death by dangerous driving, police powers etc
What does the equality act ensure?
Freedom from prejudice based on race, disability and sex in the workplace
Why do the police need to acquire a RIPA
As they are not protected by the Human rights act.
