All Regions articles – Page 83
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Features
Don't risk employee claims
Increasing complex employment legislation, coupled with broad definitions of "workers" and high awards, are putting pressure on companies. Who would be an employer? asks Rachel Dineley.
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Analysis
Ergonomic solution to MSDs
After 10 years' research, the American Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has released an ergonomics programme standard.
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Features
Putting a price on life
Mike Hanley discusses the cost benefit problems of increasing the safety of the railways.
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Analysis
USA v Microsoft
Matthias Beck and Lynn Drennan suggest that Microsoft's inability to prevent the break up the software giant could be the risk management failure of the century.
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Features
No escape for corporate killers
Peter Campion, assisted by Asam Khan, discusses the implications of the proposed new UK offence of corporate killing.
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Features
The polluter pays not always!
Richard Ford discusses the implications of the new regime on contaminated land.
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Analysis
EASD best practice guidelines
The European Association of Securities Dealers (EASD) has issued pan-European corporate governance recommendations.
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Analysis
Distance selling directive
Solicitors Paisner & Co warn that UK on-line retailers and others selling goods "at a distance" should ensure compliance with new EU rules to be implemented shortly.
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Features
Early intervention and rehabilitation
David Shillaker says getting injured employees back to work quickly can benefit your bottom line.
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Features
Health, safety and reputation
A recent survey shows that health and safety issues have a significant influence on corporate reputation. Neville Purvis believes companies should take a positive approach.
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Features
The changing face of risk
Christopher Huhne, MEP discusses the complex business world in which European companies now operate.
