Health and safety (LA 3)

Enlightened self-interest

Looking after health, safety and welfare is not just a legal requirement – it makes commercial sense. Failing to manage health and safety properly can be far more costly than getting it right in the first place. While the sheer mass of health and safety legislation can be daunting, most of it is straightforward and help and advice is widely available.

This briefing covers:

• Your responsibilities.
• Organising for health and safety.
• The key areas you need to consider.
• Help and advice.