[StGeorge]

Originally Posted by Livia

They were "made to do it"... LOL. They were asked to do it. They wanted to do it... it was a chance to get out of being up for the public vote. It was an accident. And what's more, Endemol's lawyers would have made damn sure there was a clause saying something like, if she takes part in a task she does so at her own risk. They sought medical advice immediately. There's not much else they could have done apart from wrap the silly cow in bubblewrap.

Unfortunately it doesnt work like that. There is such a thing as The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, which i believe encompasses the events in the BB house and is therefore open for prosecution by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
If BB are found to be negligent in their Risk Assessment and Method Statement (legally binding documents), and in failing to provide the correct Personal Protection Equiptment (PPE) then they can be prosecuted by the HSE regardless of whether Keeley sues or not. And if Keeley is found to have not adhered to any safety advice/rules, she too can be prosecuted.
IMO the footwear used was not suitable for the task in hand as it required traversing over sloping ground and putting various stress and strain on the ankles. To actually fall would and did mean an awkward landing. Proper ankle support was needed not running shoes. Also, the headgear was not suitable as Keeleys clearly came loose and she was fortunate no head injury occured.

The HMs were not forced to do the task, but im not sure how they would be treated/punished if they refuse to take part. And its quite clear that the incentivisation of saving oneself from eviction is there to encourage participation.