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How can this site help you?

Who is this site for?

This site is for employers and those who want some basic information on what they must do to make sure their businesses comply with health and safety law.

In general, the laws apply to all businesses, no matter how small. As an employer, or a self-employed person, you are responsible for health and safety in your business. You need to take the right precautions to reduce the risks of workplace dangers and provide a safe working environment.

How the site can help you

There are health and safety laws to protect you, your employees and the public from workplace dangers. 

This site makes life easier for you by providing the basic information on what you need to do in one place. It will help you get started in managing health and safety in your business.

For some work activities there may be extra things you need to do to make sure you are complying with the law.

Stop check!

This site includes ‘Stop check!’ boxes – they tell you when you may need to take extra steps and provide signposts to more detailed guidance and industry-specific advice.

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Updated 2012-04-09