The Law on VDUs


Book Description

This publication is aimed at employers who need to comply with the Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992. It is a practical guide on what employers need to do to comply with the Regulations if they have ordinary office VDUs such as computer screens and contains a seven step guide on what to do to prevent ill health, which can be caused by work with VDUs, such as upper limb disorders or RSI; backache; fatigue and stress; and eye strain.




Working with VDUs


Book Description

Offers guidance for people who work with VDUs by answering some of the most commonly asked questions about VDUs and health.







Introduction to Health and Safety at Work


Book Description

Introduction to Health and Safety at Work covers the fundamentals of occupational safety and closely follows the NEBOSH National General Certificate syllabus which was updated in 2019 and came into use in 2020. Highly illustrated and over 600 pages in length, it covers all of the essential elements of health and safety management, the legal framework, risk assessment and control standards and also includes checklists, report forms and record sheets to supplement learning. It also has an extensive summary of current health and safety legislation. Aligned to the NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety Practice questions and answers to test knowledge and increase understanding In addition to helping students study for the NGC, it is used for reference and revision on other Health and Safety qualifications at level 3 and above, including the Nebosh Diploma. It is also a source of reference and guidance for health and safety practitioners in the workplace.




A Manager's Guide to Health & Safety at Work


Book Description

A Manager's Guide to Health and Safety at Work continues to serve as a standard reference text for all levels of management, particularly in the case of those small to medium sized enterprises that may not be in a position to employ a health and safety specialist.




Principles of Health and Safety at Work


Book Description

This is a reprint of ISBN 978-0-901-35743-4 Widely acknowledged as the one stop summary of health and safety fundamentals, Principles covers law, safety technology, occupational health and hygiene and safety management techniques. Originally written by the late international health and safety expert Allan St John Holt, this new edition has been comprehensively updated by Allan's colleague Jim Allen. The book is designed as a concise, accessible introduction to health and safety basics and includes revision notes and a wide range of references. It is a first class resource for NEBOSH Certificate students.




Introduction to Health and Safety in Construction


Book Description

This volume fully covers the syllabus for the NEBOSH Certificate in Construction Safety and Health. It has been updated in line with changes in legislation regarding fire safety, noise and vibration, work at height, construction design and control of hazardous substances.




Manual Handling


Book Description

Offers guidance on the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 as amended by the Health and Safety (Miscellaneous Amendments) Regulations 2002 ('the Regulations').




Upper Limb Disorders in the Workplace


Book Description

Upper limb disorders (ULDs) are a particular group of muskuloskeletal disorders which affect the arm and neck. This revised guidance is aimed at managers with responsibility for workers who may be at risk of developing ULDs. It aims to help the reader understand the hazards and risks and how to control them. Includes: ULDs - managing the problem; risk assessment and solutions; monitoring and reviewing; medical aspects of ULDs; and legal requirements.