| Title |
An introduction to health and safety |
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| SubTitle |
Health and safety in small businesses. What you should know. Where to get more information. |
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| Free Download |
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| Author |
HSE |
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| Series Code |
INDG |
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| Series Number |
259REV1 |
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| Publisher |
HSE Books |
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| Date of Publication |
2003 |
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| Length |
32 pages |
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| Stock Code |
INDG259REV1 |
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| ISBN |
0717626857 |
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| Edition |
rev. ed. |
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| Notes |
leaflet. ( 5 copies per pack) (IND G 259) (INDG 259)(REV 1)(INDG259) (REV1) previously entitled, 'An introduction to health and safety: What you should know. Where to get more information.' supersedes INDG 123 (INDG123) entitled, ' 101 tips to a safer business'and MISC 071 (MISC071) entitled, 'Health and safety in small firms'; L1 entitled 'A guide to the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974: Guidance on the Act' ISBN 0717604411 and 'A guide to the HSW Act.' (HSR 6) previously published with ISBN's 0118855557, 0118837109 and 0118832646 |
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| Abstract |
Provides guidance for small firms on health and safety by showing the kind of things which cause the more common accidents and harm people's health. It lets you see what applies to your work activities, and tells you how to get more help and information. Contents: Ten questions and answers for everyone; How to use this booklet - how each section works; Have you got health and safety under control? What are the chances of slipping and tripping at work? Do you work with or come into contact with, asbestos? Do you work with hazardous substances? Do you perform work at height and if so is it done safely? Do you suffer from sprains, strains and pains? Do you use computers or other display screen equipment? Is your workplace noisy? Are you exposed to vibration? How safe is electricity in your workplace? Do you know how to select and use your work equipment? What maintenance and building work takes place? What are the risks from transport in your workplace? Do you know the risks associated with pressure systems? Do you know how to prevent fire and explosion? Do you know where harmful radiation occurs? Are you feeling stressed by your work? What to do if there's an accident at work?Health and safety policy statement; Your risk assessment. |
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| Keywords |
General guidance; Small businesses |
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