Consumer Rights Act 2015: Primary legislation governing consumer contracts, relevant when providing plumbing services to residential customers
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Legislation governing the supply of goods and services, setting out implied terms about quality and fitness for purpose
Construction Act 1996: Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act - regulates construction contracts and payment terms
Building Regulations 2010: Sets standards for building work and materials, including plumbing installations
Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999: Specific regulations governing water fittings and preventing water contamination in plumbing systems
Water Industry Act 1991: Legislation governing water supply and sewerage services
Gas Safety Regulations 1998: Regulations for gas installations and maintenance, relevant if gas plumbing work is involved
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Primary legislation for workplace safety and health requirements
COSHH Regulations 2002: Control of Substances Hazardous to Health - governs the use of hazardous materials in plumbing work
Working at Heights Regulations 2005: Safety requirements for working at height during plumbing installations
Environmental Protection Act 1990: Legislation governing environmental protection and waste management in plumbing work
Water Resources Act 1991: Controls water pollution and manages water resources
CIPHE Standards: Professional standards set by the Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering
Insurance Requirements: Mandatory insurance coverage including Public Liability, Professional Indemnity, and Employers' Liability Insurance
UK GDPR: Data protection regulations governing the handling of customer personal information
Data Protection Act 2018: UK legislation implementing data protection requirements and supplementing UK GDPR
