Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974: The foundational legislation for workplace safety in England and Wales, establishing general duties for employers, employees, and other parties involved in workplace activities
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999: Details specific requirements for risk assessments, including content requirements and special considerations for various categories of workers
Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Legislation governing the processing of personal data, including requirements for data protection impact assessments when processing personal information in risk assessments
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002: Specific regulations dealing with the assessment and control of risks from hazardous substances in the workplace
Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992: Regulations covering the assessment of risks related to lifting, carrying, and moving loads in the workplace
Display Screen Equipment Regulations 1992: Legislation governing the assessment of risks associated with the use of display screen equipment and computers
Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992: Regulations regarding the assessment and provision of personal protective equipment in workplace environments
Working at Height Regulations 2005: Specific regulations covering the assessment and management of risks related to working at height
HSE Guidance Documents: Official guidance from the Health and Safety Executive providing practical advice on implementing health and safety regulations
Industry Standards and Best Practices: Sector-specific standards and recommended practices for risk assessment and management
Approved Codes of Practice (ACOPs): Practical guidance with special legal status, providing detailed advice on compliance with health and safety law
Common Law Precedents: Relevant case law and legal precedents establishing principles for duty of care and liability in risk assessment contexts
