Tolley's Health and Safety at Work Handbook

Written by a team of experts on health and safety, this popular handbook provides an authoritative reference source covering key aspects of health and safety law and practice, as well as related environmental and employment information, in an easy-to-use A-Z format. With over 50 chapters, this practical book provides you with a pr‚cis of legislation and guidance on best practice to ensure you effectively manage compliance. Providing clear interpretation of legislation and regulations, on a range of subjects from accident reporting to workplaces and welfare facilities, the handbook is everything the health and safety manager needs to be fully aware of the latest developments. * Easy to use A-Z format * Expert, practical guidance from leaders in the field * Covers all aspects of industrial and office workplaces * Detailed case studies and checklists to help you understand the law * Clear interpretation of legislation and regulations that affect the way your organisation operate * Fully updated to address all the latest issues in health and safety legislation including changes to the scope duty and cover outlined in the Employers' Liability Compulsory Insurance Act 1969 as well as full discussion on corporate social responsibility of environmental management * New chapter on Major Accident Hazards