HEALTH & SAFETY AT WORK ACT (HASAWA) 1974

1974 MAIN POINTS OF HASAWA fire lighting first aid toilet facilities seating space premisies temperature

Fire Fire fire extinguishers must be available fire exits must be clearly identified regular fire drills clearly displayed fire procedures fire certificate if more than 20 employees Fire Certificate

Lighting Lighting natural light from a window artificial light from desk lamp

First Aid First Aid First Aid box must be provide Trained first aiders must be available

Toilet Facilities Toilet Facilities Toilets available Kept clean Hot and cold water, soap, towels available Drinking water available

Seating Seating Adequate Seating must be provided

Space Space Adequate space for each employee Storage space for work/outdoor clothing

Premises Premises Floors, corridors, etc must be: clean level unbroken clear

Temperature Temperature minimum temperature of 62 degrees windows can be opened suitable ventilation eg fans, air conditioning

RESPONSIBILITES EMPLOYER Provide a safe workplace Look after employees’ welfare Provide free protective equipment Prepare a health and safety policy Record any accidents and injuries

RESPONSIBILITES EMPLOYEES Take care of their own health and safety Take care of other workers’ health and safety Work with employer to maintain safety to ensure safe procedures

Good Working Practices Employees can help maintain health and safety through good working practices Not having liquids near computers Taking care of equipment Keeping work areas clean and tidy Not leaving items in passageways to be tripped over

DON’T LEAVE IT TO CHANCE HEALTH & SAFETY AT WORK ACT (HASAWA) 1974 DON’T LEAVE IT TO CHANCE