UK Health and Safety Law

Under UK law your health, safety and welfare at work are protected

Every employer must keep you informed about health and safety.

You should always receive health and safety training as part of the induction process.

You too have responsibilities. You must read instructions in the work place and abide by them. You must not only look after yourself but others.

If there is a problem, report it to your employer, safety representative. If working via an agency, inform the agency

This government leaflet is an outline guide to health and safety law. It does not describe the law in detail, but it does list the key points please read it carefully. It can be accessed in a number of languages.