Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974: Primary legislation providing the overarching framework for workplace health and safety, establishing general duties of employers to ensure safety
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999: Key regulations detailing specific requirements for risk assessments, requirements for competent persons, and principles of prevention
Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992: Regulations governing requirements for the workplace environment and maintenance of workplace and equipment
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002: Regulations governing the control and management of hazardous substances in the workplace (COSHH)
Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992: Legislation covering the handling of loads and associated risk assessments for manual handling activities
Display Screen Equipment Regulations 1992: Regulations specifically addressing health and safety requirements for work with display screen equipment
Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992: Legislation governing the provision and use of personal protective equipment in the workplace
Electricity at Work Regulations 1989: Regulations covering electrical safety and maintenance requirements in the workplace
Fire Safety Order 2005: Legislation governing fire safety measures and risk assessments in non-domestic premises
Equality Act 2010: Legislation ensuring consideration of accessibility and equal treatment in workplace risk assessments
Environmental Protection Act 1990: Legislation covering environmental considerations and impacts in risk assessments
Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007: Legislation establishing corporate liability for serious management failures resulting in fatality
HSE Guidance Documents: Official guidance from the Health and Safety Executive providing practical interpretation of health and safety legislation
Industry-specific Standards: Relevant industry-specific standards and best practices that must be considered in risk assessments
Local Authority Requirements: Specific requirements and regulations set by local authorities that may affect area risk assessments
