Health and Safety Regulations Overview

These flashcards cover key terms and definitions related to health, safety, and legal regulations relevant to the workplace and public health.

Health and Safety at Work Act (1974)

Establishes the legal framework for ensuring workplace health and safety.

Risk Assessment

A process to identify potential hazards and evaluate the risks associated with them.

Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) (2002)

Regulations requiring employers to manage hazardous substances to prevent harm.

Employers Liability Insurance

Insurance covering the cost of compensation for employees injured or ill due to work-related incidents.

Occupiers Liability Insurance

Insurance that covers the duty of care owed by an occupier to ensure safety for visitors.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Regulations (2022)

Regulations requiring employers to provide PPE to employees to protect against health and safety risks.

Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (2013)

Regulations requiring employers to report certain work-related incidents to the Health and Safety Executive.

Data Protection Act (2013)

Legislation that governs the processing of personal data in the UK.

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

A regulation that sets guidelines for the collection and processing of personal information of individuals.

Freedom of Information Act (2000)

Legislation that promotes transparency and accountability in public authorities.

Consumer Rights Act (2015)

Legislation that protects consumers and ensures goods and services are of satisfactory quality.

Consumer Protection Act (1987)

Allows consumers to claim damages from manufacturers or suppliers for unsafe goods.

Negligence

A failure to take reasonable care, which results in damage or injury to another.

Duty of Care

A legal obligation to ensure the safety and well-being of others.

Equality Act (2010)

Legislation that protects individuals from discrimination based on protected characteristics.

Capacity Assessment

An evaluation to determine if a person can make informed decisions about their own welfare.

Adult Safeguarding

Measures taken to protect vulnerable adults from harm or abuse.