DV wrote:
I understand the point you make about DEF STAN 00-56, but I would like to draw your attention to the first paragraph of that document.
"Under UK law, all employers have a duty of care to their employees, the general public and the wider environment. For the MOD, this includes an obligation to manage the safety risks associated with military systems and their operation. In addition safety is a vital characteristic of defence systems as it is often has a significant impact upon operational effectiveness. In accordance with the general guidance provided by the Health and Safety Executive, MOD will discharge this duty by ensuring that, in as so far as risks are not judged to be unacceptable, they are reduced to a level which is As Low As Reasonably Practicable (ALARP)"
The MoD have admitted that 230 was unsafe at the time of its loss and they have admitted that they failed in their
obligation to manage the safety risks associated
. They have clearly failed in their duty of care to crew 3, what then is the chance of HSE prosecution against the MoD?