Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 (HSWA): Primary workplace safety legislation that sets out general duties of employers to ensure safety of employees and others. Forms the foundation for hot work safety requirements.
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999: Mandates the performance of risk assessments and specifies requirements for competent persons to conduct such assessments. Essential for hot work risk assessment structure.
Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005: Governs fire safety requirements and is particularly relevant for hot work due to inherent fire risks associated with such operations.
Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2002 (DSEAR): Controls fire and explosion risks from dangerous substances, particularly relevant for hot work conducted in hazardous areas or involving dangerous materials.
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER): Details safety requirements for work equipment, specifically applicable to hot work tools and equipment usage and maintenance.
Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992: Outlines requirements for PPE provision and use, crucial for protecting workers during hot work operations.
BS 9999:2017: British Standard providing guidance on fire safety in the design, management and use of buildings, relevant for hot work risk assessment considerations.
HSE Guidance Documents: Health and Safety Executive's specific guidance documents providing practical advice on hot work safety and risk assessment procedures.
