Stanair reminds businesses the importance of door servicing
Stanair is reminding companies not to neglect industrial door maintenance schedules just to save money in the recession – as it could lead to a jail sentence for directors or managers.
All industrial doors – and especially those that are powered – need to be inspected and properly maintained at least once a year.
This not only helps to prevent costly breakdowns, but hugely reduces the chances of employees being hurt by a door malfunctioning.
There is worrying evidence that some companies are turning their back on this kind of essential work.
A recent survey by the legal firm National Accident Helpline found that 62 per cent of employees thought their boss was placing less emphasis on health and safety. Only 38 per cent believed that their employer remained as committed to workplace safety as ever.
This just a few months after the introduction of a new law which could see managers and directors jailed if one of their employees is hurt at work.
The Health and Safety Offences Act 2008 started on 16th January 2009, and makes employers personally accountable for the safety of their employees.
Breaches could see managers or directors jailed, or face Magistrates fines of up to £20,000.
So companies that cutback on necessary maintenance are effectively putting their managers and directors at risk of jail for the sake of cost savings.VAT registration number 121807693.
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