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The role of the Health and Safety Commission and the Health and Safety Executive in regulating workplace health and safety third report of session 2007-08 - volumes one and two [electronic resource]

By: Language: English Series: HC ; 246-I | HC ; 246-IIPublication details: London TSO 2008Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • 344.410465 $2 18
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Proposals for change -- The legislative framework -- Interpretation of health and safety legislation -- Inspections and enforcement -- Hazardous industries -- Prosecutions and penalties -- HSE and local authorities -- Worker involvement -- Vulnerable workers -- Occupational health -- Resources
Summary: Presents the findings of a full inquiry into the work of the Health and Safety Commission and the Health and Safety Executive. Key recommendations include: an increase in the number of construction inspectors to maintain health and safety standards in the industry; a national tower crane and plant register (in response to recent tower crane collapses); higher health and safety fines to provide a more effective deterrent for duty holders to comply with obligations; and enhancing the role of health and safety union representatives.
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Book Virtual Online ONLINE PUBLICATION (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 1 Available 143348-2001

Proposals for change -- The legislative framework -- Interpretation of health and safety legislation -- Inspections and enforcement -- Hazardous industries -- Prosecutions and penalties -- HSE and local authorities -- Worker involvement -- Vulnerable workers -- Occupational health -- Resources

Presents the findings of a full inquiry into the work of the Health and Safety Commission and the Health and Safety Executive. Key recommendations include: an increase in the number of construction inspectors to maintain health and safety standards in the industry; a national tower crane and plant register (in response to recent tower crane collapses); higher health and safety fines to provide a more effective deterrent for duty holders to comply with obligations; and enhancing the role of health and safety union representatives.