This page gives details of some of the health and safety legislation that apply to all employers and workplaces, and those extra duties that apply to workplaces with more than five employees.

Regulations relating to specific areas and activities can be found via the relevant topic page.

THE HEALTH AND SAFETY EXECUTIVE (HSE)

The HSE is the UK government body responsible for enforcing health and safety at work legislation. The HSE also plays a major role in producing advice on health and safety issues, and guidance on relevant legislation. The role of enforcement is split between HSE and local authorities depending on the business sector.

In addition, HSE conducts research into the effectiveness of regulations and other health and safety issues, consults with employers and employees representatives, and advises legislators and government on health and safety.

The HSE website contains a wealth of information and guidance on maintaining health and safety at work, and detailed advice on complying with health and safety regulations.

HEALTH AND SAFETY AT WORK ETC ACT 1974

Often referred to as HASAW or HSW, this Act of Parliament is the main piece of UK health and safety legislation. It places a duty on all employers “to ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the health, safety and welfare at work” of all their employees.

Among other provisions, the Act also requires:

  • Safe operation and maintenance of the working environment, plant and systems
  • Maintenance of safe access and egress to the workplace
  • Safe use, handling and storage of dangerous substances
  • Adequate training of staff to ensure health and safety
  • Adequate welfare provisions for staff at work.

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