The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is the national regulator for workplace health and safety in the United Kingdom. It is responsible for:
The HSE aims to prevent work-related death, injury, and ill health through effective regulation and promotion of safe practices.
Understanding health and safety terminology is an essential skill for anyone working in a regulated environment in the UK. Whether you are a site manager navigating CDM requirements, an HR professional assessing COSHH compliance, or a business owner preparing your…
Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998
A competent person in health and safety is an individual with the necessary skills, knowledge, and experience to assist employers in maintaining a safe workplace. Key responsibilities include:
Risk Assessment: Identifying and evaluating workplace hazards.
Advising: Providing guidance on health and safety regulations and best practices.
Training: Educating employees on safety procedures and compliance.
Monitoring: Ensuring that safety measures are implemented and maintained.
Incident Investigation: Analyzing accidents and incidents to prevent recurrence.
The competent person supports employers in fulfilling their legal health and safety obligations, promoting a culture of safety within the organisation.
RIDDOR stands for the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations, and understanding it is a legal obligation for virtually every employer, self-employed person, and premises controller across the United Kingdom. Whether you run a construction site, a busy…
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RIDDOR, the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013, sits at the heart of workplace health and safety law in the UK. For employers, managers, and self-employed workers, understanding which incidents trigger a legal reporting obligation is not…
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