Kaimosi Tea Estates Ltd v Kitaban (Civil Appeal 11 of 2022) [2022] KEHC 13367 (KLR) (28 September 2022) (Judgment)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 13367
- Citation
- [2022] KEHC 13367 (KLR)
- Decided
- 28 September 2022
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TypeCivil AppealPostureAppeal from the judgment and decree of the Principal MagistrateCoramEKO OGOLA
Holding
The court found that the respondent was at work on the material date and that the appellant failed to provide protective gear for the employees.
Facts
The respondent, Selestine Chemetai Kitaban, sustained a deep cut injury while working at Kaimosi Tea Estate on August 4, 2014. She filed a suit for special and general damages against Kaimosi Tea Estates Ltd.
Issues
- Whether the court erred in its determination on liability
- Whether quantum was excessive
Reasoning
The court considered the evidence and determined that the respondent was at work, but the appellant did not provide protective gear as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Outcome
Affirmed the judgment of the Principal Magistrate
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Occupational Health and Safety Act
Cases cited (1)
- Selle & Another vs Associated Motor Boat Company Ltd. & Others (1968) EA
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