Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974: Primary legislation establishing general duties of employers to ensure health, safety and welfare of employees and customers in bars and other workplaces
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999: Specific requirements for conducting risk assessments and establishing health and safety arrangements in workplace environments
Licensing Act 2003: Governs alcohol sales, public safety considerations, and prevention of crime and disorder in licensed premises
Food Safety Act 1990 and Food Safety and Hygiene Regulations 2013: Requirements for food safety standards and hygiene practices in food and drink serving establishments
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002: Regulations governing chemical storage, handling, and safety procedures for cleaning products and other hazardous substances
Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005: Requirements for fire safety, emergency exits, and procedures in commercial premises
Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992: Standards for working environment conditions and facilities requirements in workplace settings
Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992: Guidelines for safe lifting and carrying procedures to prevent workplace injuries
RIDDOR 2013: The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations - requirements for incident reporting in workplace
Working Time Regulations 1998: Regulations governing staff working hours, breaks, and rest periods
Local Authority Licensing Requirements: Specific licensing requirements set by local authorities for operating a bar establishment
COVID-19 Regulations: Current applicable regulations and guidance for operating during the pandemic (subject to updates)
Environmental Health Requirements: Local authority environmental health standards and inspection requirements for bars
Insurance Requirements: Mandatory and recommended insurance coverage for bar operations including public liability and employer's liability insurance
