Policy Submissions
Description
Consultation on Improving outcomes from health and safety: IET comments to the Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform (BERR).
Abstract
In considering health and safety regulation in the UK, a clear distinction must be made between the requirements and expectations of SMEs and those of larger companies. Smaller companies often do not have the necessary expertise to identify health and safety risks, nor are they often fully familiar with the requirements placed upon them. What is required is competent and cost-effective advice which spells out what they are expected to do and what their responsibilities are. Whilst this review is welcome, there should be no resulting action that degrades the current health and safety provisions in the UK.
Submission Details Submitted on 29 January 2008 to Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform (BERR)
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Keywords and Search Terms Safety, Health hazards, Regulations, Small-to-medium enterprises, Risk assessment, Legislation