Health and Safety Terminology

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Health and Safety at Work Act (HSWA)

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Primary legislation governing workplace safety in the UK.

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Risk Assessment

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Process of identifying and evaluating hazards and implementing control measures.

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CDM Regulations

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Construction (Design and Management) Regulations for improving safety in projects.

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Legislation

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Laws formally enacted by a governing body, providing the framework within which regulations are created.

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Stakeholder

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Internal stakeholders: managers, owners. External stakeholders: investors, suppliers, communities.

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RIDDOR

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Reporting of Injuries, Diseases, and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations.

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First Aid Kit

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Collection of medical supplies for minor injuries.

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Emergency Evacuation Plan

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Predefined procedure for safely leaving the workplace during emergencies.

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Hazard

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A potential source of harm (e.g., falling objects, electrical exposure).

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Near Miss

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An incident that could have caused harm but did not.