Liability for violation of labor protection requirements

Failure to comply with labor protection standards entails various types of liability – disciplinary, administrative and criminal. The degree of punishment depends on the nature of the violation and its consequences.

Administrative liability is provided for employers who have committed violations of labor protection requirements. In such cases, penalties, suspension of the organization’s activities, and disqualification of officials may be applied. The amount of fines depends on the severity of the violation and is established by the Administrative Code of the Russian Federation.

Disciplinary liability is applied to employees who ignore safety requirements, do not use personal protective equipment, or violate instructions. In this case, a remark, reprimand or dismissal is possible, depending on the degree of violation.

Financial liability is applied in case of non-compliance with labor protection requirements, an employee may be held financially liable if his actions have led to damage to the employer.

Criminal liability occurs in cases where non-compliance with labor protection requirements has resulted in injury to health or death of a person. The perpetrators may receive fines, forced labor, or prison time, depending on the consequences of the incident.

Compliance with labor protection standards is the responsibility of both the employer and the employees. Regular training, monitoring of compliance with the rules and timely elimination of violations help to minimize risks and avoid legal consequences.