Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 (HSWA): The overarching framework for workplace health and safety that establishes general duties for employers, employees, and others
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999: Sets out requirements for risk assessment and establishes obligations for reporting and managing hazards
Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR): Details specific requirements and timeframes for reporting certain types of incidents and dangerous occurrences
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Data Protection Act 2018: Governs personal data handling requirements and data retention policies in hazard reporting
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH): Regulates the control and handling of hazardous substances in the workplace
Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992: Sets minimum standards for workplace facilities and environment including ventilation, temperature, lighting, and workspace
Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992: Specifies requirements for personal protective equipment provision and use in workplace hazard situations
Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992: Covers requirements for managing risks from manual handling activities and related hazard reporting
Construction Design and Management Regulations 2015: Specific regulations for managing health, safety, and welfare in construction projects (industry-specific)
HSE Guidance: Official guidance from the Health and Safety Executive providing practical advice on implementing health and safety legislation
