Health and safety 1995/96 (2nd ed)

A guide to health and safety legislation, this book offers advice on the successful implementation of safe working practices for both office staff and manual labour.

The massive development of technology in recent times has led to an increased need for greater health and safety control.

The author examines the role of the Health and Safety Executive and the involvement of local government in the form of Environmental Health Officers.

Fire precautions, machine safety, dangerous materials and the working environment are among the topics covered.

This guide is part of a series intended to provide practical advice on the implmentation of sound business skills.

Other books in the series include "A Business Plan", "Computerization in Business" and "Understanding VAT".

They concentrate on areas of particular interest to small businesses.