In non-domestic buildings, find out if asbestos is present (the duty to manage)
Assess its condition and keep a register
Plan how to manage it, and share the information with anyone who might disturb it
Use licensed contractors for most work with asbestos
Give awareness training to anyone likely to disturb it

Noise Regs 2005Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005

Assess noise risks
At 80 dB, give information and hearing protection on request
At 85 dB, hearing protection is required and zones are marked
Never exceed 87 dB, even allowing for hearing protection
Provide health surveillance where needed

COSHH 2002Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002

Assess the risks from hazardous substances
Prevent exposure, or adequately control it
Maintain controls, with extraction tested at least every 14 months
Monitor exposure and provide health surveillance where needed
Inform, instruct and train, and plan for spills and emergencies

Vibration Regs 2005Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005

Assess exposure to hand-arm vibration
Reduce it as far as reasonably practicable
Take action once daily exposure reaches 2.5 m/s², and never let it go over 5 m/s²
Provide health surveillance for those at risk
Inform and train workers

Dangerous substances (DSEAR)Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2002

Assess fire and explosion risks from dangerous substances
Remove or reduce the risks
Control ignition sources and ventilate
Classify zones where explosive atmospheres could occur
Plan for accidents and emergencies

Electricity at Work 1989Electricity at Work Regulations 1989

Build and maintain electrical systems to prevent danger
Only work on live equipment when it's unreasonable to make it dead
Use competent people for electrical work
Provide suitable protective devices

Gas Safety Regs 1998Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998

Only Gas Safe registered engineers can work on gas
Keep appliances and pipework maintained in a safe condition
Make sure ventilation and flues work properly

DSE Regs 1992Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992

Assess workstations used by regular screen users
Reduce the risks you find
Plan breaks or changes of activity
Provide eye tests on request, and glasses if needed for screen work
Give training on safe set-up

First-Aid Regs 1981Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981

Assess your first aid needs
Provide suitable kits and facilities
Appoint someone to take charge, or trained first aiders
Tell staff what the arrangements are

HSWA 1974Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974

Ensure the health, safety and welfare of employees, so far as reasonably practicable (s.2)
Don't put others at risk: the public, customers and contractors (s.3)
Have a written health and safety policy if you have five or more employees
Employees must take care of themselves and others, and cooperate (s.7)
Directors and managers can be personally liable (s.37)

HSE guide: vehicles at workHSE guidance HSG136: Workplace transport

Safe site: separate people and vehicles
Safe vehicle: maintained and suitable
Safe driver: trained and authorised
Stop vehicles driving away during loading

HSE guide: buried servicesHSE guidance HSG47: Avoiding danger from underground services

Get service plans before you dig
Locate services with a cable avoidance tool
Mark them on the ground
Dig carefully by hand near services

HSE guide: warehousingHSE guidance HSG76: Warehousing and storage

Install racking as the manufacturer specifies, with load notices
Have staff check it regularly and report damage straight away
Get an expert inspection at least every 12 months
Offload damaged bays until they're repaired

Legionella code (L8)Legionnaires' disease: the control of Legionella (ACOP L8)

Assess the risk from your water systems
Appoint someone responsible for managing it
Control the risk with temperatures, flushing and cleaning
Keep records

LOLER 1998Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998

Use lifting equipment that's strong and stable enough, marked with its safe working load
Have every lift planned by a competent person and properly supervised
Thorough examination at least every 12 months
Every 6 months for accessories like chains and slings, and for equipment that lifts people
Keep the examination reports

Management Regs 1999Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999

Assess the risks, and write down the findings if you have five or more employees
Plan, organise, control, monitor and review your arrangements
Appoint a competent person to help you (Reg 7)
Set up emergency procedures
Give employees clear information and training

Manual Handling 1992Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992

Avoid hazardous manual handling where you reasonably can
Assess any that can't be avoided
Reduce the risk with lifting aids, smaller loads or better layout
Tell people the weight of loads

Pressure Systems 2000Pressure Systems Safety Regulations 2000

Have a written scheme of examination drawn up by a competent person
Examine the system as the scheme sets out
Know and keep within the safe operating limits
Maintain it, keep records and train operators

PUWER 1998Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998

Use equipment that's suitable for the job
Keep it maintained in a safe condition, and inspect it where wear could cause danger
Guard dangerous moving parts
Provide a way to isolate it from power
Train the people who use it

Fire Safety Order 2005Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005

Carry out and record a fire risk assessment
Provide suitable detection, alarms and firefighting equipment
Keep escape routes and exits clear
Have emergency procedures and train people in them
Maintain fire safety equipment and cooperate with others in shared buildings

RIDDOR 2013Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013

Report deaths and specified injuries to HSE without delay, and within 10 days
Report injuries that keep someone off normal work for more than 7 days, within 15 days
Report certain diagnosed occupational diseases and dangerous occurrences
Record injuries that keep someone off for more than 3 days
Keep records for at least 3 years

Work at Height 2005Work at Height Regulations 2005

Avoid work at height where you reasonably can
Where you can't, use equipment that prevents falls
Where falls can't be prevented, minimise the distance and consequences
Plan the work, supervise it and use competent people
Inspect scaffolds before use, after bad weather and at least every 7 days

Workplace Regs 1992Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992

Keep floors and traffic routes safe and clear
Organise routes so people and vehicles can move safely
Fit powered doors and gates with safety features
Provide toilets, washing, drinking water and rest areas
Get lighting, temperature and ventilation right

Young workersYoung workers (under 18s)

Do a risk assessment before they start, considering their inexperience and immaturity
Keep them away from work beyond their ability. Over school-leaving age, it's allowed if needed for training and closely supervised
Tell the parents of school-age children about the risks and controls
Working time: usually no more than 8 hours a day or 40 a week
A 30-minute break after 4.5 hours, and 12 hours' rest between working days

Reviewed October 2026. Guidance, not legal advice. Always check legislation.gov.uk and the latest HSE guidance.

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