Health And Safety Act 1974

The Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 , also referred to as HASAW or HSW, is the primary piece of legislation covering occupational health and safety in the United Kingdom. The Health and Safety Executive is responsible for enforcing the Act and a number of other Acts and Statutory Instruments relevant to the working environment.

Preliminary

1. To ensure sure everyone safety and welfare of persons at work.

2. To protect in connection with the activities or persons at work.

3. controlling the use of explosive or highly flammable or otherwise dangerous substances, and generally preventing the unlawful acquisition, possession and use of such substances.

Source http://www.healthandsafety.co.uk/haswa.htm