Legal requirements
If an employee or volunteer is injured on your premises, you may need to show that you have met your duty of care. You may also have to comply with the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations.
Under these requirements, equipment must be:
Other regulations may also apply where work equipment is used in certain circumstances.
Common hazards
Here are examples of some hazards to be aware of:
Precautionary advice
Managing the risk
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Working at height
The way you manage work or access at height needs to be proportionate to your particular circumstances.
Young people
Young people are an important part of any community, and their participation is actively encouraged.
Accidents and first aid
If someone is taken ill or is injured, it is important that immediate assistance is provided.