Legislation and Guidelines For England And Wales:
Health and Safety at Work Act: The UK has the lowest accidents rates in the whole world this is because of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. the employers are responsible for the health and safety of employees, individuals from other organisations and visitors that are on other premises so the employers must carry out an risk assessment before opening new businesses and are updated on a regular basis, make sure that there is an health and safety policy, keeping records of incidents and accidents also providing safety equipment and written health and safety information and training.
BTECH LEVEL 3 HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE BOOK- CAROLYN ALDWORTH
Food Safety Act: The Food Safety Act 1990 gives powers to the enviromental health inspectors to inspect all types of food and seize food that is not suitable for humans. Establishments breaching food hygiene standards can be served a notice of imporvement to improve the product. If an practice is …show more content…
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health:COSHH is the law that requires employers to control the substances that are hazardous to health. COSHH requires employers to assess the risks that posed by hazardous substances such as body fluids and sharps, ensuring procedures are followed, preparing plans to deal with accidents, incidents and emergencies, ensuring that staff are trained and supervised.
BTECH LEVEL 3 HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE BOOK- CAROLYN ALDWORTH