Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 (HSWA): The foundational legislation for workplace health and safety that sets general duties for employers, employees, and self-employed persons
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999: Key regulations that specifically mandate risk assessments and detail requirements for risk management systems
Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007: Legislation addressing criminal liability for organizations in cases of serious risk management failures leading to fatalities
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH): Regulations governing the control and management of hazardous substances in the workplace
Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992: Specific regulations addressing risks associated with lifting, carrying, and moving loads in the workplace
Display Screen Equipment Regulations 1992: Regulations covering health and safety requirements for work with display screen equipment
Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992: Legislation governing the provision and use of personal protective equipment in the workplace
Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005: Regulations specifying fire safety requirements and risk assessments for non-domestic premises
Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Legislation governing the handling and protection of personal data in risk assessments and general operations
Equality Act 2010: Legislation ensuring risk assessments and management practices do not discriminate against protected characteristics
Environmental Protection Act 1990: Legislation covering environmental risk considerations and management requirements
Companies Act 2006: Act defining directors' duties and responsibilities regarding risk management and corporate governance
HSE Guidelines: Official guidance and codes of practice from the Health and Safety Executive for implementing health and safety legislation
ISO 31000: International standard providing principles and guidelines for effective risk management practices
