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- Dictionarypracticable/ˈpraktɪkəbl/
adjective
- 1. able to be done or put into practice successfully: "the measures will be put into effect as soon as is reasonably practicable"
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The definition of 'practicable' when related to the hierarchy states: (a) the provision of fixed guards enclosing very dangerous part or rotating stock-bar where and to the extent that it is practicable to do so, but where or to the extent that it is not, then As far as I understand Practicable, it means if it is technically feasible then it ...
The 'reasonably practicable' concept is inextricably linked to strict liability offences, not without some criticism either due to s40 (reverse burden of proof) which requires the accused to show that they did all that was reasonably practicable, or practicable, to comply with a duty.
Posted By Raymond Rapp Helen The legal concept of 'reasonably foreseeable' stems from Section 40 HSWA - Onus of proving limits of what is practicable etc. The case law for s40 defence was determined by what can be deemed to be reasonably foreseeable. Ray.
Can anyone define the difference, if there is one, between a safe system of work and a method statement? My understanding, and I'm ready to be corrected, is that a method statement should be a...
Posted By Helen C In health and safety terms, is there a definition of significant? I need to define in more detail something I have stated in a report and just wondered whether...
Dec 19, 2019 · Rank: Forum user. We currently have an issue where we unload full superscacks from a vehicle by hooking the lifting loops on to an FLT. This requires an employee to be on the bed of the curtain sider. The solution is to get the supplier to band an pallet the sacks which I will push for but has anyone any ideas for fall arrests in this situation ...
Yes it should be reported in the accident book or whatever local system you have for this purpose. Depending on the circumstances some 'road accidents' are be reportable under RIDDOR, and the guidance to RIDDOR gives you examples of the sort of 'road accidents' that are reportable and those which are not.
Just testing the water for some views! I've received a report describing driving at work as being a "safety critical" activity - this has set off my latest CPD topic! As many of you will be aware, we have UK legislation applying to "safety critical" work such as driving trains, operating signals and working trackside in the rail environment.
Dec 5, 2017 · In short, the court held that the fitment of restrictors or bars was not a reasonable precaution to impose on householders or hoteliers and the claim was dismissed. The risk of injury as a result of falling from a second floor window was an obvious one. However, it should be noted that following this case there is no requirement to retro-fit ...
Reasonable Practicability Off the Menu The topic of what “reasonably practicable” means in terms of health and safety law is a perennial chestnut. A certain category of employer has always objected to the way in which the courts interpret reasonable practicability, and it has even been challenged in the European courts.
