Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 (HSWA): The overarching framework for workplace health and safety legislation in England and Wales. Establishes general duties of employers to ensure employee safety and well-being in the workplace.
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999: Detailed regulations that specify requirements for workplace risk assessments and the implementation of preventive and protective measures to ensure workplace safety.
Display Screen Equipment Regulations 1992 (amended 2002): Specific legislation governing workstations with screens, including requirements for DSE workstation assessments, mandatory work breaks, and provision of eye tests for employees.
Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992: Regulations setting standards for the workplace environment, including requirements for adequate lighting, ventilation, and workspace arrangements.
The Equality Act 2010: Legislation requiring consideration of reasonable adjustments for disabled employees and preventing discrimination in workplace arrangements and assessments.
RIDDOR 2013: Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013, establishing requirements for reporting and recording workplace incidents and injuries.
Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992: Detailed guidance and requirements specifically focused on computer workstation setup and safety arrangements.
HSE Risk Assessment Guidance: Official Health and Safety Executive guidance documents providing detailed information on conducting workplace risk assessments.
HSE DSE Workstation Checklist: Official Health and Safety Executive checklist and guidance for assessing display screen equipment workstations.
ACAS Workplace Guidance: Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service guidance providing additional recommendations for workplace arrangements and risk assessments.
