Electricity Act 1989: Primary legislation governing the electricity supply industry in the UK, including licensing, regulation, and safety requirements
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Fundamental health and safety legislation establishing general duties for employers, employees, and contractors in workplace safety
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Key legislation protecting consumer rights in relation to goods and services, including electrical work for domestic customers
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Legislation governing contracts for the supply of goods and services between businesses
Building Regulations 2010: Regulations setting standards for construction and alterations to buildings, including electrical installations
Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015: Regulations managing health, safety and welfare in construction projects, including electrical installations
Electricity at Work Regulations 1989: Specific regulations for electrical safety in the workplace, covering installation, maintenance, and work practices
Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016: Regulations ensuring electrical equipment meets safety standards before being supplied or put into service
Part P Building Regulations: Specific part of building regulations dealing with electrical safety in domestic properties
BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations): British Standard for electrical installations, commonly known as the IET Wiring Regulations
Consumer Protection Act 1987: Legislation protecting consumers from defective or dangerous products, including electrical goods
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Legislation regulating unfair terms in contracts, particularly relevant for consumer contracts
Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013: Regulations governing distance selling and off-premises contracts, including cancellation rights
Working Time Regulations 1998: Legislation governing working hours, rest periods, and annual leave for workers
Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992: Regulations setting basic workplace health, safety and welfare requirements
NICEIC Requirements: Industry standards set by the National Inspection Council for Electrical Installation Contracting
ECA Standards: Professional standards set by the Electrical Contractors' Association
UK GDPR: Data protection legislation governing the processing of personal data
Data Protection Act 2018: UK's implementation of data protection requirements, complementing UK GDPR
WEEE Regulations 2013: Regulations governing the disposal and recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment
Environmental Protection Act 1990: Legislation covering environmental protection, including waste management and disposal
