Introduction There are 5 key parts of the structure of health and safety law in the UK. Each part having a clear purpose to ensure consistent compliance and prosecution. In this blog post we will cover the distinction between each … Read More
Introduction Where a client requires more than one contractor for their project, they must appoint a principal designer. The principal designer role replaces the coordinators role under CDM 2007. Principal designer’s manage the pre-construction phase of a project, while principal … Read More
Introduction A client is any person for whom a project is carried out. L153 (CDM 2015 Guidance) In order to manage the health and safety risk associated with their project, the client must make suitable arrangements for: Managing the project … Read More
Introduction As well as legal requirements being placed on the employer and employee relationship, legal requirements are also placed on clients and their contractors. The legal requirements placed on clients and their contractors are covered under the construction (design and … Read More
Introduction The personal protective equipment at work regulations of 1992 cover the provisions of PPE to employees. Requirements on employers Employers must provide suitable PPE where health and safety risks cannot be controlled adequately by other means. Regulation 4 – … Read More
Introduction The workplace (health, safety and welfare) regulations of 1992 apply to all aspects of the work environment. Requirements on employers Effective ventilation. Regulation 6 – The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 A reasonable temperature. Regulation 7 – … Read More
Introduction Guidance to the provision and use of work equipment regulations of 1998, emphasises that the risk assessments made under the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations, will help employers select suitable work equipment. Requirements on employers Regulation … Read More
Introduction The health and safety (display screen equipment) regulations of 1992 cover the use of PC’s, laptop and smartphone devices. The legislation aims to protect workers who sit in front of display screens for lengthy periods of time. Requirements on … Read More
Introduction In the context of the manual handling operations regulations of 1992, the term manual handling refers to any the transportation of supporting of loads. This includes: Lifting Putting down Pushing Pulling Carrying Or moving, either by hand or bodily … Read More
Introduction The management of health and safety at work regulations of 1999, set out a range of broad duties. These apply to almost all work activities in Great Britain, both on and off shore. The aim of these regulations is … Read More
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