07th July 2009 Better safe than sorry

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Every employer has a legal duty to protect the health and safety of their staff, as well as other people who may be affected by your business activity. This may include members of the public, customers, or even suppliers. The following are principles drawn up by the Health & Safety Executive (HSE).

In general, employers must carry out a number of key safeguards. Have you…

• taken every measure needed to make the workplace safe and eliminate or control risks to health?
• ensured plant and machinery are safe and that safe systems of work are set and followed?
• ensured articles and substances are moved, stored and used safely?
• provided adequate welfare facilities?
• given workers the information, instruction, training and supervision necessary for their health and safety?
• consulted workers on health and safety matters?

Visit the HSE website at www.hse.gov.uk for further information.