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Health and safety law [2013] ScotCS CSOH_22

Cairns v Northern Light House and Calypso Marine

Cairns v Northern Light House and Calypso Marine [2013] ScotCS CSOH_22 (07 February 2013)

The Court of Session held that both defenders were liable for a back injury suffered in a rigid inflatable boat trip to Isle of May Lighthouse.

  • Employer's liability
  • Strict liability
  • Statutory duty
  • Civil liability under health and safety regulations
  • Adequacy of safety briefing
  • Reasonable practicability
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