6.8.1 Legal responsibilities of employers

• What does Health and Safety at work refer to?

  Physical and mental well-being
• The main legislation related to Health and Safety at work in the UK is the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
• The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 is the primary legislation governing health and safety in the UK.
• What year were the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations introduced?

  1999
• The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations were introduced in 1992
• The three key pieces of health and safety legislation work together to ensure a safe working environment.
• What are employees expected to comply with to ensure their well-being at work?

  Laws and regulations
• One legal duty of employers is to assess and manage risks under the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
• Employers must provide a safe workplace as outlined in the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992.
• What is the primary legislation employers must comply with for health and safety?

  Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
• Match the legislation with its key employer duties:

  Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 ↔️ Primary responsibility for health and safety

  Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 ↔️ Assess and manage risks

  Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 ↔️ Covers general welfare and safety
• What is the primary responsibility of employers under health and safety laws?

  Ensure a safe workplace
• Employers must assess and manage risks as per the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
• Which regulations outline the requirement for a safe workplace environment?

  Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992
• The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 places primary responsibility for health and safety on employers.
• The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 require employers to assess and manage risks
• Which legislation mandates that employers maintain a safe and healthy workplace?

  Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992
• Health and safety laws work together to ensure employers provide a safe working environment for their employees.
• Why is risk assessment important in health and safety?

  Reduces accidents and illnesses
• Steps in the risk assessment process

  1️⃣ Identify Hazards

  2️⃣ Assess Risks

  3️⃣ Develop Controls

  4️⃣ Review and Update
• Health and Safety at work aims to prevent injuries, illnesses, and fatalities.
• Which year was the Health and Safety at Work Act passed?

  1974
• The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 cover aspects like lighting, ventilation, and cleanliness
• Match the legislation with its key purpose:

  Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 ↔️ Sets general duties for employers and employees

  Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 ↔️ Requires employers to assess risks

  Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 ↔️ Covers workplace safety and welfare
• What does the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 require of employers?

  Primary responsibility for health and safety
• The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 require employers to assess and manage risks
• The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 is the primary legislation governing health and safety in the UK.
• The primary legislation governing health and safety is the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
• Which regulations require employers to assess and manage risks?

  Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
• Employers must comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 to ensure a safe workplace.
• The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 assigns primary responsibility for health and safety
• Which legislation requires employers to assess and manage risks?

  Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
• The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 outline the employer's duty to maintain a safe and healthy workplace
• What is the primary purpose of risk assessment?

  Ensure a safe working environment
• Identifying hazards is a key component of risk assessment.
• Developing controls is part of risk assessment to eliminate or reduce risks
• What is an example of a control measure in a construction site?

  Wearing hard hats
• Match the legislation with its key employer duty:

  Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 ↔️ Primary responsibility for health and safety

  Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 ↔️ Assess and manage risks

  Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 ↔️ Maintain a safe and healthy workplace
• Which regulations require employers to assess and manage risks in the workplace?

  Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
• The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 outline the requirement for employers to provide a safe workplace.