This briefing provides a short introduction to the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 (HSWA).
The aim of this Safety Briefing - Health and Safety at Work Act is to give some background to the most important health and safety legislation in England, Wales and Scotland.
HSWA places strict duties on individuals and organisations to ensure safety and health at work. Non-compliance, whether inadvertent or deliberate, may lead to accidents and ill health, a criminal record, fines, imprisonment and the disqualification of directors.
The briefing follows this up with a “Summary of duties under the Act” including what’s required of employers and individuals.
Attendees must take note of the following key points: