CFA Guidance Regarding Employer Liability During Covid-19

Several members have contacted the CFA and raised concerns about employer liability claims during the Covid-19 pandemic. The CFA has therefore spoken to our solicitors and a specialist HR consultant. Their advice is summarised in a Q&A format through a Guidance note available on the members area of the CFA website:

Coronavirus and Employer Liability Claims

Question: - Is there a risk of me or my business being sued, if any of my employees who continue to work on site, contract the virus?

As far as is possible in the current crisis, my team has been working normally on site. I am concerned that if an employee contracts the virus, I may be held liable in some way, and could face the possibility of expensive legal action against my Company. With all the current difficulties, it's the last thing I want.

For the answer and further support details, please visit the members area of the CFA website or call the CFA office on 0115 941 1126 email: info@cfa.org.uk