The Phenomenon of Arson in Poland as an Element of Risk in Business Cover Image

Zjawisko podpaleń w Polsce jako element ryzyka w działalności gospodarczej
The Phenomenon of Arson in Poland as an Element of Risk in Business

Author(s): Stanisław Wieteska
Subject(s): Economy
Published by: Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Łódzkiego
Keywords: fire statistics; arson; risk

Summary/Abstract: The problem of fires in Poland is an important element of public safety. One of the reasons of the fires are different types of arson of buildings, crops or forests. This paper presents a quantitative scale of the phenomenon of arson in Poland. Basing on data from the General Headquarters of the Police and Fire Headquarters it analyzes the scale of fire danger. It also presents the role of specialists in the detection of causes of fires. The article points the role of insurance in the compensation of fire damage.

  • Issue Year: 16/2013
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 215-225
  • Page Count: 11
  • Language: Polish