Changes to the Criminal Code in Response to the Westray

question 88

True/False

Changes to the Criminal Code in response to the Westray mining disaster in Nova Scotia make partnerships and corporations more responsible for the negligence of their employees when the negligence results in injury or death.

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Definitions:

Capital Equipment

Long-term, significant items of property used in the production of goods or services, such as machinery and buildings.

Labor Force

The total number of people employed or seeking employment in a particular region or economy.

Manufacturing And Operations

The processes involved in the production of goods and the management of those processes, aiming at efficiency and quality.

Skilled Workers

Employees who have specialized training, knowledge, and abilities in their field, often requiring formal education or certification.