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Health & Safety at work Act-1974 - Coggle Diagram
Health & Safety at work Act-1974
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 and exits are accessible and working.
The equipment provided must be safe and in good working order.
Provide fit for purpose equipment in good working order.
Safety check equipment regularly.
Regular maintenance and service of equipment.
Electrical equipment and appliances are PAT tested.
Employers must provide adequate health and safety training for staff.
Provide health and safety training for all staff – regularly updated.
Staff trained to use specialist equipment.
Regular fire evacuation practices.
Provide adequate first aid.
A written health and safety policy should be provided.
Health and safety policy written in line with legal requirements.
Ensure staff are aware of and have access to the policy.
Display the Health and Safety Law poster.
Protective equipment must be available if needed to all employees and free of charge.
Maintain adequate supply of PPE.
Staff are not charged for PPE.
Ensure staff wear PPE provided.
An important act that is the basis for other health and safety regulations and guidelines
It established the health and safety executive as the regulator for the health and safety welfare of people in work settings in the uk
It established the key duties and responsibilities of all employers and employees in work settings