Safety at Work 7e

"Safety at Work" is widely accepted as the most authoritative guide to safety and health in the workplace. Its comprehensive coverage and academically rigorous approach make it essential reading for students on occupational safety and health courses at diploma, bachelor and master level, including the NEBOSH National Diploma. Health and safety professionals turn to it for detailed coverage of the fundamentals and background of the field.The seventh edition has been revised to cover recent changes in UK legislation and practice, including: Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2007; Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety); Order 2005; Work at Height Regulations 2005; Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005; Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005; Waste regulations 2005, 2006; and, ISO 12100 Safety of Machinery. It covers basic concepts and general principles. It provides comprehensive coverage of all aspects of H&S management and is updated to cover all the latest UK and EU regulations and directives. It is edited by two experienced and well-known H&S professionals, with contributions from leading experts in H&S research and practice. It is the ideal reference for all students on degree level courses as well as for H&S and HR professionals.