Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Primary legislation governing workplace health and safety in the UK, establishing general duties for employers, employees, and volunteers to maintain a safe working environment
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999: Regulations requiring risk assessments and implementation of appropriate safety measures in the workplace, including for volunteer activities
COSHH Regulations 2002: Controls exposure to hazardous substances in healthcare settings, relevant for volunteers who may come into contact with such materials
UK General Data Protection Regulation: Core data protection legislation governing how personal information must be handled, particularly relevant in healthcare settings
Data Protection Act 2018: UK's implementation of data protection laws, including specific provisions for handling healthcare data
NHS Confidentiality Code of Practice: Specific guidelines for maintaining patient confidentiality within the NHS system
Equality Act 2010: Legislation protecting against discrimination and promoting equality in all workplace settings, including volunteer positions
Human Rights Act 1998: Fundamental rights legislation that impacts healthcare delivery and patient treatment
Health and Social Care Act 2012: Key legislation governing the structure and delivery of healthcare services in England
NHS Constitution: Core principles and values governing NHS service delivery and patient care
Care Quality Commission Regulations: Standards and requirements for healthcare providers, which volunteers must understand and comply with
Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006: Legislation protecting vulnerable patients and establishing framework for DBS checks
National Minimum Wage Act 1998: Relevant for establishing clear distinction between volunteer status and paid employment
