Search results Work At Height Regulations Work at height Work at Height Regulations 2005 (WAH) Introduction These Regulations consolidate and replace previous legislation on working at height. The application and duties under the Regulations are described below. In summary, the WAH Regulations are intended... E5-work-at-height-regulations Training and Competence Work On Roofs Training and competence for roof workers Roof work is potentially dangerous and roof workers need appropriate knowledge, skills and experience to carry out roof work safely and competently. Employees with many years experience in the industry may... E9-training Legal Requirements Work Over Water Legal requirements particular to work over water The Docks Regulations and the Dangerous Substances in Harbour Areas Regulations, in certain circumstances, can apply. In addition, the Merchant Shipping Acts, and related Merchant Shipping Regulations,... E10-legal-requirements Interpretation Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 2. Interpretation (1) In these Regulations, unless the context otherwise requires- "the 1974 Act" means the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974; “the... B5-interpretation References Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Fork Lifts and Telescopic Materials Handlers References For Legislation and British Standards refer to the end of this section Information CPA (Construction Plant-hire Association), Tower Crane Interest Group, Technical... E12-forklifts-references MEWP Operator Competence and Familiarisation Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) MEWP Operator Competence and Familiarisation It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure that all operators using MEWPs are adequately trained and familiarised to comply... E12-mewp-operator-competence-and-familiarisation Introduction Electricity Introduction The section is designed to assist site managers, safety advisors and people in similar positions to satisfy themselves that necessary steps are being taken to ensure that electrical installations are safe. It seeks to assist in... E13-introduction Fixed Installations Electricity Fixed Installations This includes permanent electrical installations within premises. All fixed installations should be correctly installed and constructed with correct supply rating. Correct rating of fuses, switchgear and earthing. Any additional... E13-fixed-installations Systemic effects Welding and Cutting Hazards associated with welding Systemic effects The fumes from galvanised metals, lead coated or other toxic metals such as cadmium may affect not only the respiratory system, but also the rest of the body. They can in some cases, for example,... E14-systemic-effects Introduction Quarries Associated with Construction Operations Introduction Anyone reading this document would be forgiven for wondering what quarries have to do with construction. As far as building is concerned the answer is very little apart from the supply of materials... E15-introduction 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38
