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Health + Safety At Work Act (HSAWA) - Coggle Diagram
Health + Safety At Work Act (HSAWA)
the working environment must not put anyone at risk
carry out risk assessments
provide PPE
have procedures in place to prevent accidents
monitor staff practice
ensure fire alarms, extinguishers + exits are accessible + working
the equipment provided must be safe + in good working order
provide fit for purpose equipment in good working order
safety check equipment regularly
regular maintenance + service of equipment
electrical equipment + appliances are PAT tested
employers must provide adequate health + safety training for staff
provide health + safety training for all staff - regularly updated
staff trained to use specialist equipment
regular fire evacuation practices
provide adequate first aid
protective equipment must be available if needed to all employees + free of charge
maintain adequate supply for PPE
staff are not charged for PPE
ensure staff wear PPE provided
a written health + safety policy should be provided
health + safety policy written in line with legal requirements
ensure staff are aware of + have access to the policy
display the health + safety law poster
1974
ensures that all employers provide a safe working environment and look out for the health of their employees
applies to employers