Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974: Primary legislation governing workplace safety and health requirements, including duties owed to volunteers
Occupiers' Liability Acts 1957 and 1984: Legislation defining the duty of care owed to lawful visitors and trespassers on premises, relevant for volunteer activities on organization premises
Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Laws governing the collection, processing, and storage of personal data of volunteers
Equality Act 2010: Legislation protecting against discrimination and promoting equality, applicable to volunteer treatment and access
Human Rights Act 1998: Ensures compliance with fundamental human rights in all agreements and activities
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates exclusion clauses and limits on liability in contracts and agreements
Duty of Care Common Law Principle: Legal obligation to take reasonable care to avoid causing damage or injury to others
Negligence Common Law Principle: Legal framework for determining liability when breach of duty causes harm
Volenti non fit injuria: Common law principle regarding voluntary assumption of risk by participants
Reasonableness of Exclusion Clauses: Legal requirement that any exclusion or limitation of liability must be reasonable and fair
Non-Excludable Liabilities: Cannot exclude liability for death, personal injury caused by negligence, or fraudulent misrepresentation
Charity Commission Guidance: Regulatory guidelines for charities working with volunteers
HSE Guidelines for Volunteers: Health and Safety Executive specific guidance for managing volunteer safety
Insurance Requirements: Legal and practical requirements for insurance coverage for volunteer activities
