What are the main Health and Safety rules I have to consider for my premises?

The following article draws on information from the www.hse.gov.uk website. It is to provide general guidance. You should seek professional advice for specific situations.

You should provide the following:

• Enough clean working toilets
• Safe drinking water
• Regular cleaning
• A satisfactory working temperature
• Adequate lighting, for safety and staff welfare
• Adequate space and ventilation
• Changing rooms if employees need to change into work clothing
• Smoking in any public space is illegal