Health & Safety
What Laws exist in the Cayman Islands related to Health & Safety in the workplace?
The Department of Labour & Pensions use “The Labour Law (2007 Revision) The Labour (Occupational Safety and Health) (Construction Industry) Regulations, 2008 to enforce Health & Safety in the workplace. The Labour Law (2011 Revision) also has references to Health, Safety & Welfare at Work in PART VIII which speaks to the “General duty of employers”, “Health”, “Safety” and “Welfare” for all workplaces and not limited to construction but all workplaces.
Which Government department is responsible for enforcing Occupational Health & Safety laws in the Cayman Islands?
The Department of Labour & Pensions which falls under Ministry of Human Resources and Immigration is responsible for enforcing occupational health & safety in the workplace. http://www.gov.ky/portal/page/portal/dlphome
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Cayman Islands Labour Law 2011
Occupational Safety & Health Regulations
Labour Incident Reporting Forms
Workmen's Compensation Regulations (1998 Rev.)
Do I have to provide Health & Safety training to my employees?
Yes- the Labour Law notes employees should be trained in various areas in order to
fulfill certain roles or to use certain gear/tools. Here are just a few examples:
● PART II DUTIES OF CONTRACTORS SECTION 4.4
Speaks about the training required
to be a Site Safety Officer.
● PART VI WORKING AT HEIGHTS (SCAFFOLDS) SECTION 13.4
Speaks about training
for scaffold erectors
● PART VI WORKING AT HEIGHTS (SAFETY HARNESSES) SECTION 17.3
Notes that all persons wearing personal fall arrest gear should be trained in its use.
Am I responsible for buying safety gear for my employees?
Yes- the Labour Law in PART II DUTIES OF CONTRACTORS SECTION 5.1 & 5.2 notes the type of gear which should be provided “free of charge” to an employee for their task to be completed safely.
What safety gear do I need to provide?
Reference The Labour Law in PART II DUTIES OF CONTRACTORS SECTION 5.1 & 5.2
Can I be held liable if an employee is injured on the job whilst carrying out a task?
The possibility exists whereby if an employee is injured in a workplace where you are considered The Operator (as defined by the Law) and it is found that you did not carry out your Duty of Care you can be held liable either by an Insurance Company or by the Judicial Courts. If there is intentional or gross negligence on the part of the employer (recklessness, carelessness or negligence) you as the employer could be held liable.
How is my business affected if an employee is injured?
Your business could suffer financial loss (legal fees, claims or lawsuits, time spent dealing with the issue) or reputational loss (your company being seen as a liability to others ie. Developers or any other person who would hire you)
How can Elevar help me?
We offer a free initial consultation to discuss any current concerns on your premise or just discuss your health & safety goals. This would be an opportunity for you to ask us questions, learn about our training and consultancy options.
Environmental, Water/Wastewater
Which Government department entity oversee development and how they affect the environment or water & wastewater in the Cayman Islands?
The Cayman Islands Department of Environmental Health
http://www.deh.gov.ky/portal/page/portal/dehhome
The Cayman Islands Department of Environment
http://doe.ky/conservation-law/
Water Authority - Cayman
http://www.waterauthority.ky/
Also reference the Central Planning Authority (CPA) website on the process for developments in the
Cayman Islands
https://www.planning.ky/boards-all/central-planning-authority
The Central Planning Authority told me that I need to carry out an environmental impact assessment (EIA), how do I go about getting help?
Absolutely, we offer a free initial consultation to discuss rulings from the Central Planning Authority for your project or development. This would be an opportunity for you to ask us questions and learn how we can get started on your EIA.
We wish to purchase a property and we are concerned there could be some indoor air quality issues. Who do we go to for help with this?
Our Environmental Engineers are experienced with evaluating and testing indoor air quality. We would assist with testing and monitoring and provide you with a Mitigation Plan which will assist in your decision making on the property and reduce your long-term risks.
The property we purchased was found to have soil/groundwater contamination. How can I clean this up and who do I go to?
Our Professional Engineers (PE’s) specialize in environmental & groundwater investigations. We can assist with all phases of soil & groundwater remediation and work as collaborative partners with Cayman Islands’ Government Authorities/Departments in order to address the issues and provide long term monitoring plans.
The Water Authority notified me that my development will require water treatment and wastewater treatment systems. Where can I get help with design and product purchases?
Our in-house Professional Engineers who specialize in water/wastewater treatment systems can review your project, specify products, design systems, supply and assist with commissioning.