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What this means for your business

180 obligations

139 penalties

139 can imprison

11 guides

Enforced by: HSE, ONR
Applies to: United Kingdom
On this page: 180 compliance obligations, 11 practical guides across 3 topics

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What you must do

180 compliance obligations under this legislation — 139 can result in imprisonment.

Appointments 1

If any of the plant or machinery you use poses a specific health or safety risk, you must only allow designated people to operate it and only allow designated, trained people to carry out any repairs, modifications, maintenance or servicing. You also need to make sure those designated people receive the training they need for those specific tasks.

Employer s.7 HSE where the use of work equipment involves a specific risk to health …

Equipment and safety 111

If you use a forklift that carries a worker, you must make sure the vehicle is fitted or modified to lower the chance it will tip over. The equipment should be adapted as far as is reasonably practicable to protect the employee’s safety.

Employer s.27 HSE when a forklift is carrying an employee

If your business uses a forklift to transport staff, you must make sure the vehicle is fitted or modified so that the chance of it tipping over is as low as reasonably possible. This means adding safety features or making design changes and keeping them in good condition.

Employer s.27 HSE When a forklift truck is used to carry an employee

If your business uses a forklift to carry an employee, you must make sure the vehicle is fitted or modified so that the chance of it tipping over is reduced as far as reasonably practicable. This means equipping the forklift with the appropriate safety devices or design changes to keep it stable.

Employer s.27 HSE When a forklift truck is used to carry an employee (as referred …

If your business uses forklift trucks that carry employees, you must make sure those trucks are fitted or modified so the chance of them tipping over is reduced as far as reasonably practicable. This means installing safety devices, stabilisers or other equipment and keeping them in good condition.

Employer s.27 HSE When a forklift truck that carries an employee is used at your …

You must make sure any control systems on your mobile work equipment (such as lifts, diggers or cranes) are safe to use. Choose systems that can cope with the faults and conditions they are likely to face, and ensure that a failure does not increase health‑and‑safety risk or block other required controls like emergency stops.

Employer s.18 HSE

You must make sure any control systems on the machinery you use are safe and are chosen to cope with expected failures, faults or other constraints. They must not create new hazards, and a fault or loss of power must not increase risk, while also not interfering with other required safety controls.

Employer s.18 HSE

You must make sure that any control systems on the plant or equipment you use – such as switches, levers, electronic controls or emergency stops – are safe to operate. Choose controls that can cope with expected faults or failures, and be sure that a fault or loss of power cannot create a new safety risk. The controls must also not interfere with any other safety functions required by PUWER.

Employer s.18 HSE

You must make sure every control system attached to your work equipment is safe and fit for its intended use. This means choosing systems that can cope with expected faults or loss of power, and designing them so they never create extra health‑or‑safety risks, even if something goes wrong. Regular checks and proper design documentation should back this up.

Employer s.18 HSE

As an employer you must make sure any plant or work equipment is built or altered so that, as far as reasonably practicable, maintenance can be carried out safely. This means the equipment should be shut down wherever possible, or the work should be done without exposing the maintainer to risk, or suitable protective measures must be in place.

Employer s.22 HSE

If you use any mobile plant – such as forklifts, telehandlers or earth‑moving machines – to transport staff, you must only use equipment that is designed for carrying people and that has safety features to minimise risks, for example from wheels or tracks. This means checking the machine’s design, specifications and any fitted safety devices before it is used for personnel transport and keeping it maintained.

Employer s.25 HSE

If you use any mobile plant (like forklifts, lift‑tables or other moving machines) to transport staff, you must only do so with equipment that is designed for carrying people and that has safety features to minimise hazards such as wheels or tracks. In practice this means checking the equipment’s design, features and condition before letting anyone ride on it.

Employer s.25 HSE When an employee is to be carried on mobile work equipment

If your business uses remote‑controlled self‑propelled plant, you must make sure it will automatically stop when it moves out of the operator’s control range. You also need to fit protective features to prevent crushing or impact unless other safety devices already provide that protection. Check the equipment and keep records that these safety systems are in place and maintained.

Employer s.29 HSE When using remote‑controlled self‑propelled work equipment that poses a safety risk while …

If your business uses remote‑controlled self‑propelled machinery, you must make sure it automatically stops when it moves out of the operator’s control range and that it has safeguards against crushing or impact unless other safety devices already provide that protection. In practice you need to check the equipment’s design, fit the required safety features and keep records that they work.

Employer s.29 HSE Use of remote‑controlled self‑propelled work equipment that is moving and poses a …

If your business uses remote‑controlled, self‑propelled plant (e.g., drones, remotely operated forklifts), you must make sure it will stop on its own as soon as it moves out of the operator’s control range. Where there is a risk of crushing or impact, the plant must have built‑in guards or other safety devices to protect people unless another protective system is already in place.

Employer s.29 HSE When using remote‑controlled self‑propelled work equipment that presents a safety risk while …

If your business uses remote‑controlled self‑propelled plant, you must make sure it automatically stops as soon as it moves out of the operator’s control range. You also need to fit safeguards that prevent crushing or impact, unless other safety devices already provide that protection.

Employer s.29 HSE When using remote‑controlled self‑propelled work equipment that could pose a safety risk …

You must make sure that any plant or machinery you use is built or altered so that, as far as reasonably practicable, maintenance can be carried out safely – preferably with the equipment switched off. If that isn’t possible, you must protect the person doing the work or take other suitable safety measures.

Employer s.22 HSE

You must make sure any mobile work equipment you use is built or modified so that, as far as reasonably practicable, maintenance can be carried out safely. This means the equipment should be shut down before maintenance, the work should be possible without exposing the maintainer to risk, or you must provide suitable protective measures for any risky maintenance tasks.

Employer s.22 HSE

You must make sure any plant or equipment you use is built or modified so that, as far as is reasonably practicable, maintenance can be carried out safely – preferably with the machine switched off. If that isn’t possible, you must put in place safe working methods or protective measures so that anyone carrying out the maintenance is not put at risk.

Employer s.22 HSE

You must only let employees ride on mobile work equipment (like forklifts or platforms) that is designed for carrying people and has safety features to minimise risks, such as from wheels or tracks. If the equipment isn’t suitable or lacks these safety measures, you must not use it to transport staff.

Employer s.25 HSE when an employee is carried by mobile work equipment

If your business uses remote‑controlled machines that move on their own, you must make sure they stop automatically when they go out of control range. Where there is a risk of crushing or impact, the equipment must have protective guards unless other safety devices already provide that protection.

Employer s.29 HSE When remote‑controlled self‑propelled work equipment presents a safety risk while moving

If your business uses any self‑propelled plant (like forklifts, rail‑mounted machines or other moving equipment), you must make sure it has the right safety features. This means fitting controls to stop unauthorised start, reliable brakes, collision‑avoidance devices, vision aids, night‑time lighting and fire‑fighting equipment where a fire risk exists, and keeping them maintained.

Employer s.28 HSE When using self‑propelled work equipment that could pose a safety risk while …

You must make sure all switches, levers and other controls on work equipment are clearly marked and positioned so that the person operating them is not put at risk. You also need effective work procedures and audible or visual warnings to keep people clear when the equipment starts or stops, giving them enough time and means to move to safety.

Employer s.17 HSE

If you use any self‑propelled plant or machinery that could be dangerous while moving, you must make sure it has the right safety features. This includes preventing unauthorised start‑up, providing effective brakes and emergency stops, reducing collision risk, supplying vision aids, lighting for night work and fire‑fighting equipment where needed.

Employer s.28 HSE When self‑propelled work equipment may present a risk to people while it …

If you use any self‑propelled machines (fork‑lifts, tractors, rail‑mounted plant, etc.) you must make sure they have the right safety controls. This means fitting devices that stop unauthorised start‑up, provide reliable brakes and emergency stops, reduce collision impact, improve the operator’s vision, supply suitable lighting for night work and, where fire risk exists, provide fire‑fighting equipment.

Employer s.28 HSE when self‑propelled work equipment may pose a risk to persons while it …

You must make sure that every piece of work equipment in your business – tools, machines, plant, etc – carries clear, easily seen markings that warn of any hazards and give safety instructions. The markings should be appropriate to the risks and visible to anyone who might use or come near the equipment, helping to prevent accidents.

Employer s.23 HSE

You must make sure every control on your plant and equipment is clearly marked and easy to see, and that it is positioned so the person operating it is not exposed to danger. Where practicable you must be able to see that no one is in a hazardous position before the control is used, have safe systems of work and provide an audible or visual warning before the equipment starts, and give anyone nearby enough time and means to move clear.

Employer s.17 HSE

You must make sure any plant, machinery or other work equipment you use is always compliant with the essential safety standards set out in EU product safety directives (the requirements listed in Schedule 1). This means checking that new equipment you bring into service after 31 December 1992 meets those standards and keeping it compliant forever.

Employer s.10 HSE when you acquire or first put into service work equipment after 31 …

You must make sure any plant or equipment you provide for use in your business complies with the essential safety standards set out in EU directives (for example, it has the correct CE marking). This applies to equipment first placed in service after 31 December 1992 and you must keep it compliant at all times.

Employer s.10 HSE equipment first supplied or put into service after 31 December 1992

You must check that any piece of work equipment you place in use complies with the essential safety design and construction standards set out in the relevant EU directives (listed in Schedule 1) and keep it compliant at all times. This applies to equipment first supplied or put into service after 31 December 1992, so you need to verify conformity before you start using it and maintain it thereafter.

Employer s.10 HSE Equipment first supplied or put into service after 31 December 1992

You must make sure any plant or equipment you provide for use in your business complies with the essential safety design and construction standards set out in the Community (EU) product‑safety directives, and keep it compliant at all times. This applies to any equipment first supplied or put into service after 31 December 1992 in your premises.

Employer s.10 HSE Equipment first supplied or put into service after 31 Dec 1992

You must make sure that any piece of work equipment you provide or use complies with the essential health‑ and safety design requirements set out in the relevant EU directives (listed in Schedule 1). This applies to equipment first supplied after 31 December 1992 and the equipment must stay compliant for as long as you use it.

Employer s.10 HSE For any work equipment first supplied or put into service after 31 …

You must make sure any plant or machinery you use that was first supplied after 31 December 1992 always complies with the essential safety design and construction standards set out in EU product‑safety directives. In practice this means checking that the equipment carries the correct CE marking and keeping the conformity documentation on file.

Employer s.10 HSE Equipment first supplied or put into service after 31 December 1992

You must make sure any forklift that carries a worker is fitted or designed to lower the chance of it tipping over as far as is reasonably practicable. This means adding or adapting safety devices, such as stability systems or overload alarms, and keeping them in good condition.

Employer s.27 HSE When a forklift truck is used to carry an employee

You must make sure any plant or machinery you provide has clear, unambiguous warnings that can be easily seen and understood. The warnings need to be suitable for health and safety and must be obvious to anyone who might be exposed.

Employer s.24 HSE

You must make sure any plant or tools you use have the right warning signs or devices to protect health and safety. The warnings must be obvious, easy to see and simple to understand, so anyone using the equipment knows any hazards right away.

Employer s.24 HSE

As an employer you must make sure any plant or machinery that could be started, restarted or have its speed, pressure or other operating settings changed is fitted with controls. Those controls must require a deliberate action so the equipment cannot be started or have its settings altered by accident, unless the change is part of the machine’s normal automatic cycle.

Employer s.14 HSE when work equipment could be started or have its operating conditions changed …

If you use a forklift truck to carry staff, you must make sure the truck is fitted or modified so that the chance of it tipping over is reduced as far as reasonably practicable. This means installing safety devices, stability systems or other controls that lower the overturning risk before the truck is used with an employee on board.

Employer s.27 HSE when a forklift truck is used to transport an employee

You must make sure that any plant or machinery in your business has an easy‑to‑reach emergency stop button, unless the equipment stops so quickly on its own that a separate stop isn’t needed. The emergency stop must always override any other stop controls you have on the equipment.

Employer s.16 HSE where the nature of the hazards and the time taken for the …

If you use remote‑controlled, self‑propelled plant, you must make sure it stops automatically as soon as it moves out of the operator’s control range. You also need to provide protection against crushing or impact unless other suitable safety devices are already in place. This keeps both operators and others safe while the equipment is moving.

Employer s.29 HSE when remote‑controlled self‑propelled work equipment presents a safety risk while in motion

You must make sure any plant or machinery that could pose a danger has a clearly reachable emergency‑stop button, unless the nature of the hazard and the equipment’s natural stopping time mean it isn’t needed. The emergency stop must take priority over any other stop controls.

Employer s.16 HSE When the equipment presents a hazard where a rapid stop may be …

You must make sure any plant or tools you provide have warnings or warning devices that are suitable for health and safety. Those warnings must be clear, unambiguous, easy to see and easy to understand, so people can recognise the hazard instantly.

Employer s.24 HSE

You must make sure any plant, machinery or other work equipment you provide has appropriate warning signs or devices. Those warnings must be obvious, easy to see and simple to understand, so anyone using the equipment can recognise the hazards straight away.

Employer s.24 HSE

You must ensure any mobile plant or equipment you provide has a control that you have to deliberately operate to start it (or restart it) and to change speed, pressure or other operating settings that could increase risk. The control must not work by accident – only an intentional action should make the equipment start or change, unless the device is automatic and part of its normal cycle.

Employer s.14 HSE When work equipment can be started or have its speed, pressure or …

As an employer you must put effective safeguards on any dangerous parts of machinery – such as fixed guards, other protection devices or tools like push‑sticks – so that people cannot reach them and the machine cannot move while anyone is in the danger zone. The guards must be suitable, sturdy, well maintained, not easy to bypass, and you must provide any necessary training and instructions.

Employer s.11 HSE

You must keep all work equipment in good working order and repair, and if any machines have a maintenance log you must keep that log current. This means regular servicing, fixing faults promptly and recording any maintenance activities.

Employer s.5 HSE

You must keep all work equipment in good working order and condition, and if any machine has a maintenance log you must make sure that log is regularly updated. This means planning maintenance, carrying out repairs promptly and recording what has been done so you can show the equipment is safe to use.

Employer s.5 HSE

You must make sure any plant, machinery or other work equipment you use is kept in efficient working order, good repair and suitable for its purpose. If the equipment has a maintenance record book, you also need to ensure that the log is regularly updated so there is a clear history of inspections, servicing and repairs.

Employer s.5 HSE

You must make sure any plant or machinery you use is kept in efficient working order and good repair. If the equipment has a maintenance log, you must keep that record current. This helps prevent breakdowns and keeps you compliant with health‑and‑safety law.

Employer s.5 HSE

As an employer you must keep all work equipment in efficient working order and good repair, so it is safe to use. If you keep a maintenance log for any machinery, you also need to make sure that log is always current.

Employer s.5 HSE

You must make sure any work equipment you provide has visible markings that highlight health‑and‑safety information. The markings should be easy to see and understandable, so anyone using or maintaining the equipment knows the hazards and the required precautions.

Employer s.23 HSE

You must make sure every piece of work equipment in your business carries visible markings that convey the necessary health and safety information, such as warnings, load limits or safe‑use instructions. This helps your staff identify equipment correctly and use it safely, reducing the risk of accidents.

Employer s.23 HSE

You must make sure every piece of plant, machinery or tool you provide has visible markings or labels that give the necessary health and safety information. The markings should be easy to see and understand so that anyone using the equipment can recognise hazards instantly.

Employer s.23 HSE

You must make sure every piece of plant or tool your business uses carries clear, easily‑seen markings that warn of any hazards or give essential safety information. The markings should be appropriate to the health‑and‑safety risks the equipment presents, so workers can see them at a glance and use the equipment safely.

Employer s.23 HSE

You must make sure any plant, machinery or other work equipment you provide is clearly labelled with the appropriate safety markings. The markings should be easy to see and explain any health‑and‑safety hazards so employees know how to use the equipment safely.

Employer s.23 HSE

If you let employees ride on mobile work equipment, you must make sure the risk of the plant rolling over is reduced. This can be done by stabilising the equipment, using structures that keep it from tipping more than onto its side, providing enough clearance for riders, or fitting an equivalent protective device. Where riders could be crushed, a suitable restraining system must be fitted, unless it would increase overall risk or is not reasonably practicable.

Employer s.26 HSE when employees are carried on mobile work equipment that could roll over

If you employ people who ride on mobile work equipment (such as lift platforms or telehandlers), you must make sure the risk of the machine rolling over is reduced. Provide stabilisation, protective structures, sufficient clearance or a comparable device, and fit a restraining system to stop the rider being crushed. You only need to do this unless it would make the equipment unsafe or is not reasonably practicable.

Employer s.26 HSE when an employee rides on mobile work equipment and there is a …

If you have employees riding on mobile work equipment (e.g., cherry pickers, scissor lifts), you must make sure the risk of the machine rolling over is reduced. This means fitting stabilising devices, ensuring the machine can only tip onto its side, providing adequate clearance or other protective devices, and using a restraining system if there’s a crush risk. The measures must be in place whenever the equipment is used to carry people.

Employer s.26 HSE When employees are carried on mobile work equipment that could roll over …

If you have employees riding on mobile work equipment, you must make sure the equipment is stabilised or fitted with protective structures, clearance or an equivalent device so it can’t roll over onto them, and you must provide a suitable restraining system to prevent crushing. This duty applies wherever there is a risk of rollover or crushing, unless doing so would increase the overall safety risk or is not reasonably practicable.

Employer s.26 HSE When employees are carried on mobile work equipment and there is a …

You must not let any staff ride on mobile work equipment unless the machine is specifically designed to carry people and includes safety features that minimise the risk of injury (for example, wheel or track guards). Before allowing employees to be carried, check the equipment’s specifications, risk assessments and any certification that proves it meets these criteria.

Employer s.25 HSE

If your business uses mobile work equipment (such as excavators, telehandlers or any plant with a drive shaft) you must make sure the equipment has a way to stop the shaft being caught when it’s coupled to accessories or towed loads. Where that can’t be avoided, you must put in place all reasonable measures to keep employees safe. You also need to fit a system that safeguards the shaft from getting dirty or damaged when it is uncoupled and may touch the ground.

Employer s.30 HSE When using mobile work equipment with a drive shaft that could be …

If you use mobile work equipment – like plant, vehicles or machines with a drive shaft – you must make sure the equipment has a way to stop the shaft being caught or, if that isn’t possible, put in place measures that protect your workers. You also need a system to keep the shaft clean and undamaged when it isn’t coupled to other equipment.

Employer s.30 HSE When using mobile work equipment with a drive shaft that could be …

If you use mobile work equipment (e.g., excavators, tractors) that has a drive shaft linking it to accessories or towed items, you must either fit a device that stops the shaft being seized, or, if that isn’t possible, take all practicable steps to prevent any safety impact. You also need a system that protects the shaft when it could become dirty or damaged while it’s uncoupled and touching the ground.

Employer s.30 HSE When your mobile work equipment has a drive shaft that could be …

If a drive shaft on any mobile plant could be caught or cause a safety risk, you must either fit a device that stops the seizure or put in place other measures to protect your workers. You also need a system that protects the shaft when it might get dirty or damaged while it is uncoupled from the plant.

Employer s.30 HSE when a drive shaft on mobile work equipment could be seized or …

If your business uses mobile equipment that can carry employees (such as cherry pickers, scissor lifts or telehandlers), you must make sure the risk of the machine rolling over is reduced. This means stabilising the equipment, fitting side‑fall protection or similar devices, providing enough clearance, and giving riders a suitable restraining system. You do not have to do this only if it would make safety worse or is not reasonably practicable.

Employer s.26 HSE When employees ride on mobile work equipment that could roll over or …

If you use mobile plant or machinery with drive shafts (the part that transfers power to accessories or to a trailer), you must make sure the shaft cannot be pulled out or damaged in a way that creates a safety risk. Fit a device that stops seizure, or if that isn’t possible, put in place all reasonable safeguards, and provide a system that keeps the shaft clean and undamaged when it’s uncoupled.

Employer s.30 HSE When your business uses mobile work equipment that has a drive shaft …

If your business uses mobile plant with drive shafts (for example, excavators, forklifts or trailers), you must make sure the shafts cannot be unintentionally seized and that they are protected from damage or fouling when they are not attached. This means fitting guards, locking devices or other safeguards and keeping a record that the protection is in place and regularly checked.

Employer s.30 HSE When you operate mobile work equipment that has a drive shaft which …

You must make sure any plant, its parts, or any material that becomes very hot or very cold is fitted with suitable guards, insulation, signage or other protection to stop people from being burnt, scalded or seared. This requires checking for temperature hazards and putting the right safety devices in place on an ongoing basis.

Employer s.13 HSE When work equipment, its parts or any article/substance used, produced or stored …

If any of your plant, tools or substances become very hot or very cold, you must fit suitable guards, insulation or other protection so that people can’t be burned, scalded or seared. This means checking all equipment that can reach high or very low temperatures and making sure it is safely protected at all times.

Employer s.13 HSE When work equipment, its parts or any material in it is at …

If you use any plant, tools or materials that become very hot or very cold, you must put the right guards, insulation or other safety measures in place. This prevents burns, scalds or searing injuries to anyone who might come into contact with them. You need to check all such equipment and substances continuously and keep the protective measures maintained.

Employer s.13 HSE When work equipment, its parts, or any article/substance stored, used or produced …

If any of your plant, tools or material handled by equipment gets very hot or very cold, you must fit suitable guards, insulation, barriers or other protection. This is to stop burns, scalds or searing injuries to anyone who could come into contact with it.

Employer s.13 HSE When work equipment, its parts, or any article/substance produced, used or stored …

You must fit any work equipment you use with one or more clearly reachable stop controls that can bring the machine to a safe condition. The stop control must be able to halt the equipment, switch off all energy sources if needed, and take priority over any start or speed‑changing controls. This ensures you can quickly stop equipment in an emergency to protect people’s health and safety.

Employer s.15 HSE

As an employer you must fit any work equipment with one or more clearly reachable stop controls that can safely bring the machine to a full stop, cut off all sources of energy and take priority over any start controls, wherever this is needed for health and safety. This means checking each piece of equipment, installing the appropriate stop buttons, levers or switches and keeping them in good working order.

Employer s.15 HSE where appropriate (i.e., when needed for health and safety)

You must make sure any machines or tools you use have clearly reachable stop controls that can bring the equipment to a safe state. The controls must be able to fully stop the machine, switch off all energy sources if needed, and take precedence over any start controls. This helps protect employees and anyone else who might be affected by the equipment.

Employer s.15 HSE when work equipment is used and a stop control is appropriate for …

As an employer you must fit work equipment with one or more controls that are easy to reach and can bring the machine to a safe stop. Those controls must also shut off any energy sources if needed and always take priority over any start‑up controls. This is required wherever a safe stop is needed to protect health and safety.

Employer s.15 HSE When the equipment could present a health and safety risk if it …

You must put effective safeguards on any machinery that has moving or rotating parts that could injure someone. This means fitting fixed guards wherever possible, or using other protective devices or safe tools (like push‑sticks) where fixed guards aren’t practical, and keeping them in good condition and properly maintained.

Employer s.11 HSE

As an employer you must make sure any work equipment you provide has a reliable way to cut off all its energy sources. The isolation devices (like switches, valves or lock‑off systems) must be clearly marked and easy to reach. You also need procedures so that when the equipment is re‑connected, no one is put at risk.

Employer s.19 HSE

You must make sure any plant or machinery you use has an easily reachable emergency stop that can halt the work instantly, unless the machine’s nature means a rapid stop isn’t needed because it already stops quickly and presents no extra hazard. The emergency stop must always take priority over any other stop functions.

Employer s.16 HSE When work equipment is used and a rapid, safe stop may be …

You must make sure any plant or equipment you use can be isolated from all its power sources with devices that are easy to see and reach. You also need procedures so that when the energy is re‑connected it cannot put anyone at risk. This helps protect your staff when carrying out maintenance or repairs.

Employer s.19 HSE

As an employer you must make sure any machinery or plant can be safely switched off and isolated from all its energy sources. The isolation device must be clearly marked and easy to reach, and you must have procedures so that re‑connecting power cannot put anyone at risk.

Employer s.19 HSE when you provide or use work equipment that is powered by any …

As an employer you must make sure any plant, machinery or tools you provide have appropriate warning signs or devices. Those warnings must be clear, obvious and easy for users to understand, so workers can recognise hazards quickly and work safely.

Employer s.24 HSE

You must make sure any plant or equipment that can be switched off has obvious, easy‑to‑reach isolation controls so it can be isolated from all energy sources. You also need to have procedures to guarantee that when the energy is switched back on no one is put at risk.

Employer s.19 HSE when work equipment has sources of energy that can be isolated

You must make sure any plant, machinery or tools you use have suitable warning signs or devices. The warnings need to be clear, easy to see and easy to understand so that anyone who could be harmed knows the risk.

Employer s.24 HSE

You must fit your work equipment with one or more controls that prevent it being started or having its speed, pressure or other operating settings altered unless someone deliberately operates the control. This reduces the chance of an unexpected change that could create a new or greater health‑and‑safety risk.

Employer s.14 HSE when work equipment is used that could be started or have its …

You must put in place suitable guards or other protective devices to stop anyone reaching or being struck by dangerous moving parts of machinery. Use fixed guards wherever practical; if that isn’t possible, use alternative guards, safety devices or tools such as push‑sticks, and keep them in good condition. You also need to give the necessary information, instruction, training and supervision for any of these safety aids.

Employer s.11 HSE

If you use plants or machines that have moving parts that could injure people, you must put in place safeguards – like fixed guards, other protective devices or safe‑working tools – to stop anyone reaching or being caught by those parts. You also have to keep those guards and devices in good condition, well‑maintained and easy to use.

Employer s.11 HSE

You must make sure any machine or tool you give to staff has clearly marked, easy‑to‑reach controls that can safely stop it, cut all power sources and take priority over any start or change controls. These stop controls must bring the equipment to a safe condition and be usable whenever health and safety require them.

Employer s.15 HSE

As an employer you must make sure any moving or hazardous parts of machines are protected so that workers cannot reach them or be injured. Use fixed guards wherever possible, otherwise other guards, safety devices or tools such as push‑sticks, and give the necessary training and supervision. All guards must be fit for purpose, strong, well‑maintained and not easy to bypass.

Employer s.11 HSE

You must protect any dangerous parts of your plant – such as rotating shafts, cutting tools or stock‑bars – so that workers cannot reach them. This means fitting fixed or removable guards, using protective devices (e.g., push‑sticks or jigs) where guarding isn’t practical, and keeping all guards and devices in good condition with regular checks.

Employer s.11 HSE

If any of your plant, tools or the material they handle gets very hot or very cold, you must fit suitable guards, insulation or other protection so that nobody can be burned, scalded or seared. This applies to the whole piece of equipment, its parts and anything stored in it.

Employer s.13 HSE When work equipment, its parts or any article/substance it produces, uses or …

If any of your plant, tools or the substances they contain are very hot or very cold, you must fit suitable guards, insulation or other safety devices to stop burns, scalds or sears. You also need to keep this protection in good condition and check it regularly.

Employer s.13 HSE when work equipment, its parts or substances in it are at a …

As an employer you must make sure that any machinery or plant that could cause injury has a clearly reachable emergency stop button. The stop must work before any other control and be provided unless the machine already stops instantly because of the nature of the hazard. This helps protect workers if something goes wrong.

Employer s.16 HSE When work equipment has dangerous parts and does not already stop instantly …

You must make sure any mobile work equipment you use has one or more emergency stop buttons that are easy to reach, unless the machine stops quickly on its own and the hazards don’t demand it. The emergency stop must take priority over any other stop controls, so it can shut the equipment down immediately in an emergency.

Employer s.16 HSE when the equipment could present a hazard that requires an immediate stop …

You must make sure any work equipment that could pose a hazard has one or more emergency‑stop buttons or levers that are easy to reach. This is required unless the nature of the hazard means the equipment stops itself quickly enough. The emergency stop must take priority over any other stop controls you have installed.

Employer s.16 HSE When work equipment presents a hazard and does not stop quickly enough …

You must make sure any work equipment you use has clearly reachable stop controls that can bring the machine to a safe state. These controls must be able to stop the equipment, cut off all energy sources if needed, and take priority over any start or speed‑change controls. This helps protect your workers if something goes wrong.

Employer s.15 HSE

You must make sure any mobile work equipment you use has clearly marked, easy‑to‑reach devices that can cut off all its energy supplies. Those isolation devices must be suitable, identifiable and readily accessible. You also need to ensure that reconnecting any energy source cannot expose anyone to a health or safety risk.

Employer s.19 HSE

You must make sure any plant or machinery you use has dedicated controls for turning it on (or restarting it) and for changing speed, pressure or other operating conditions when such changes could increase the risk. The controls must require a deliberate action, so the machine can’t start or change automatically unless it’s part of a normal automatic cycle.

Employer s.14 HSE When the equipment can be started or have its speed/pressure/other operating conditions …

You must fit your plant and tools with clearly labelled controls that are needed to start the machine (or restart it after a stop) and to change speed, pressure or other operating settings when such changes could increase health‑and‑safety risk. Those controls must only work when an operator deliberately activates them, unless the equipment is designed to operate automatically as part of its normal cycle.

Employer s.14 HSE When equipment can be started/re‑started or have speed, pressure or other operating …

If your business uses any self‑propelled machinery that could be dangerous while it’s moving, you must make sure it has a set of safety features. This includes preventing unauthorised start‑up, providing reliable brakes and emergency stops, collision‑avoidance aids, sufficient lighting or vision aids, and fire‑fighting equipment where required. These controls must be fitted before the equipment is used and kept in good working order.

Employer s.28 HSE When you use self‑propelled work equipment that may pose a risk to …

If your business uses any self‑propelled work equipment such as forklifts or mobile plant, you must make sure it cannot be started by unauthorised people and that it has brakes, emergency stop, collision protection, adequate lighting and vision aids, and fire‑fighting equipment where needed. These safety measures must be in place whenever the equipment could pose a risk while it is moving.

Employer s.28 HSE When you use self‑propelled work equipment that could pose a safety risk …

If your business uses any self‑propelled plant (for example forklifts, mobile cranes or other moving machinery), you must make sure it cannot be started by unauthorised people and that it has suitable brakes, collision‑mitigation, vision aids, night‑work lighting and fire‑fighting equipment where needed. These safety devices have to be fitted, tested and kept functional before the equipment is put into service and maintained throughout its use.

Employer s.28 HSE When you have self‑propelled work equipment that could pose a risk to …

As an employer you must fit appropriate start/re‑start controls and controls for any change in speed, pressure or other operating conditions that could increase health‑and‑safety risk. Those controls must only operate when deliberately used, unless the change is part of the machine’s normal automatic cycle.

Employer s.14 HSE When equipment is provided or altered and a start/re‑start or a change …

You must make sure that any place where employees use work equipment has lighting that is appropriate and enough for the tasks being carried out. This means assessing the work being done and installing or maintaining lights so the work can be done safely.

Employer s.21 HSE

You must make sure that any area where your staff use work equipment has lighting that is bright enough and appropriate for the tasks being carried out. This means checking that the light level, placement and type of lighting suit the work being done and keeping it maintained.

Employer s.21 HSE Where work equipment is used

You must make sure any plant, tools or parts of equipment you use are securely stabilised – for example by clamping them – wherever they could become unstable and create a risk. This is a continual duty, so you need to check equipment regularly and take action before anyone uses it.

Employer s.20 HSE

You must make sure any plant, machinery or its parts are securely fixed – for example by clamping – whenever there is a risk that it could move, tip or become unstable. This helps protect your workers and anyone else who might be affected by the equipment. In practice you need to check each item of equipment and put in appropriate stabilising measures before it’s used.

Employer s.20 HSE when equipment could be unstable and poses a health or safety risk

As an employer you must make sure any machinery or its parts are securely fixed – for example by clamping – whenever stability is needed for health and safety. This means you should assess equipment for potential movement and apply the appropriate fixing method before it is used.

Employer s.20 HSE

You must make sure any plant, tools or other work equipment you use is securely fixed (for example by clamping or anchoring) whenever it could become unstable and pose a health or safety risk. This helps prevent accidents caused by equipment tipping, shifting or falling.

Employer s.20 HSE If equipment could become unstable or create a health and safety hazard

You must make sure any plant, tool or part of equipment that could move is securely fixed (by clamping or another method) wherever it could create a health or safety risk. Check equipment before it is used and, if it is unstable, attach it or otherwise stabilise it. This helps prevent accidents caused by moving or tipping equipment.

Employer s.20 HSE

You must make sure any machine, tool or piece of equipment you use is securely fixed – for example by clamping – so it won’t move or tip over while it’s being used. This helps protect your staff and anyone nearby from injury.

Employer s.20 HSE Whenever equipment could become unstable or pose a health‑and‑safety risk

You must make sure that any mobile machine (like forklifts, winches or platforms) used to transport employees is designed for carrying people and fitted with safety features that minimise risks, especially from wheels or tracks. If the equipment isn’t suitable or lacks these safety measures, you must not use it to carry staff.

Employer s.25 HSE when an employee is carried on mobile work equipment

You must make sure any mobile plant (e.g., forklifts, scissor lifts, pallet trucks) that you use to transport employees is designed for that purpose and fitted with safety features that minimise risks such as wheel or track hazards. In practice this means checking the equipment’s specifications, risk assessments and maintenance records before allowing staff to be carried on it.

Employer s.25 HSE when an employee is to be carried by mobile work equipment

Inspections 18

You must inspect every power press, its guards and safety devices before you first use it, after it has been moved or re‑assembled, and then at set intervals. For presses with only fixed guards the check is at least every 12 months; for all other presses it’s at least every 6 months, and also after any incident that could affect safety. Any problems found must be repaired before the machine is used again.

Employer s.32 HSE When a power press or its guard is first put into service, …

Before you first use a power press, any guard or safety device you must check that it has been installed correctly and is safe to operate, and fix any faults. After that you need to repeat the check at least every 12 months if the press only has fixed guards, or every 6 months for other presses, and also after any incident that could affect safety. No equipment can be used again until any identified defect has been repaired.

Employer s.32 HSE When a power press, guard or protection device is first put into …

You must have each power press and its guards or protection devices thoroughly examined before the press is first used after it is installed, assembled, or moved. The same thorough checks have to be repeated regularly – at least every 12 months if the press only has fixed guards, or every 6 months otherwise – and after any incident that could affect safety. Any defect found must be repaired before the press is used again.

Employer s.32 HSE When a power press, guard or protection device is first put into …

You must make sure any work equipment that could be unsafe because of how it is installed or because it can deteriorate is inspected at the right times – after it’s put in place, after it’s moved, regularly and after any incident. You also need to keep a record of each inspection and carry proof of the latest inspection whenever the equipment leaves your site or is used elsewhere.

Employer s.6 HSE

Before you first use a newly installed or moved power press you must check it’s been installed correctly and is safe to run, and you must do the same for any guard or protection device. After that you need to re‑examine the press and its guards at least every 12 months if it only has fixed guards, otherwise at least every 6 months, and also after any incident or unusual event, fixing any defects before the machine is used again.

Employer s.32 HSE When a power press or its guard is first put into service, …

You must make sure that, whenever the tools on a power press are set, re‑set or adjusted, or after the press has been running for four hours, every guard and protection device is inspected and tested while it is on the machine. The inspection must be carried out by a competent person (or a trainee under direct supervision) who then signs a certificate confirming the guards are in place and effective.

Employer s.33 HSE When tools on a power press are set, re‑set or adjusted, or …

You must not run a power press after you have set or adjusted its tools, or after it has been operating for more than four hours, unless every guard and safety device has been inspected and tested in place. The inspection must be carried out by a person you have written authority to act as a competent inspector (or a trainee under supervision) and a certificate confirming the inspection must be signed.

Employer s.33 HSE After any tool setting/re‑setting/adjustment of a power press, or after the fourth …

You must make sure that every guard and protection device on a power press is inspected and tested before you run the machine after any tool setting, re‑setting or adjustment, and also after each four‑hour working period. The inspection has to be carried out by a person you have writtenly appointed who is competent (or under supervision) and the person must sign a certificate confirming the guards are in position and effective. Keep the certificates as proof of compliance.

Employer s.33 HSE Whenever a power press’s tools are set, re‑set or adjusted (unless guards …

You must not run a power press after you have set, re‑set or adjusted its tools, or after four hours of operation, unless every guard and safety device has been inspected and tested while fitted by a person you have appointed who is competent (or a trainee under supervision) and who has signed a proper certificate. Keep that certificate as your proof of compliance.

Employer s.33 HSE When the press tools are changed or after the fourth hour of …

You must not run a power press after you set, re‑set or adjust its tools, or after four hours of work, unless every guard and protection device has been inspected and a certificate signed by a competent (or supervised trainee) person confirming they are in place and working. Keep those certificates as proof.

Employer s.33 HSE When a power press’s tools are set, re‑set or adjusted, or after …

You must make sure that, after any tool adjustment on a power press or after the press has been running for four hours, all its safety guards and protection devices are inspected and tested while they are in place. The inspection must be carried out by a person you have written approval for who is competent (or a trainee under a competent supervisor) and a certificate must be signed before the press can be used again.

Employer s.33 HSE After any setting, re‑setting or adjustment of power‑press tools, or after four …

You must have your work equipment checked for safety whenever it is installed, moved to a new location, shows signs of wear, or after any unusual event that could affect its safety. The result of each check must be written down and kept until the next check, and you cannot let equipment leave or be used in your business unless you have proof of the latest inspection.

Employer s.6 HSE when equipment is installed, first used, relocated, shows deterioration, or after exceptional …

You must have any mobile work equipment inspected before it’s first used, after it’s moved to a new site, regularly if it can deteriorate, and whenever an unusual incident occurs. Keep the inspection report and only let the equipment leave your business or be used if you have physical proof the latest inspection was carried out.

Employer s.6 HSE When you install, relocate, or use mobile work equipment that depends on …

You must carry out a thorough examination of any power press, its guards and safety devices before you first use it after installation, moving or assembling it. After that, you need to re‑inspect the press and its guards regularly (at least every 6 months, or every 12 months if it only has fixed guards) and whenever an incident occurs that could affect safety, fixing any defect before the machine is used again.

Employer s.32 HSE Before first use after installation/relocation, and then at least every 6 months …

You must make sure any work equipment that could be unsafe because of how it’s installed or because it can deteriorate is inspected before you use it, and then regularly thereafter or after any incident. You also have to keep a record of each inspection and keep it until the next one, and you must not move or use equipment without proof that the latest inspection has been carried out.

Employer s.6 HSE

You must make sure any plant or equipment you use is inspected whenever its safety depends on how it’s installed, when it’s moved to a new site, periodically if it can deteriorate, or after any incident that could affect its safety. You also need to keep a record of each inspection and ensure that any equipment leaving your business or being taken from another business is accompanied by proof of the latest inspection.

Employer s.6 HSE When equipment is installed or first used, after assembly at a new …

As an employer you must check any work equipment that could be unsafe because of how it’s installed. This means inspecting it after it’s first installed, after it’s moved to a new location, at regular intervals and whenever something unusual happens. You also have to record each inspection and keep those records until the next inspection, and you must carry proof of the latest inspection when equipment leaves or enters your business.

Employer s.6 HSE When equipment is installed, relocated, periodically, or after any exceptional circumstance that …

You must check every power press and its guards or safety devices before you first use them, and then inspect them regularly (at least every 12 months for fixed‑guard presses, every 6 months for others) or after any incident that could affect safety. Any problems you find must be fixed before the equipment is used again.

Employer s.32 HSE When a power press or its guard/device is first put into service, …

Management duties 31

When you use any plant or machinery, you must stop people being exposed to risks such as parts or substances falling, equipment rupturing, fire, unintended discharge or explosion. You must put in place engineering or organisational measures (not just personal protective equipment) to prevent the hazard, or if that isn’t reasonably possible, to control it adequately and reduce its likelihood and impact.

Employer s.12 HSE When work equipment used in your business could expose a person to …

You must make sure any control systems – such as switches, levers, pedals or electronic controls – on the equipment you use are safe and chosen to cope with the failures or faults you can reasonably expect. The system must not create new health‑or‑safety risks, and a fault or loss of power must not increase any existing risk, nor should it interfere with emergency‑stop or other safety controls.

Employer s.18 HSE

As an employer you must make sure any control systems on your plant – switches, levers, software, etc. – are safe and are selected so that expected failures or loss of power won’t create new hazards. The controls must not interfere with required safety functions such as emergency stops, and you must keep them in a condition that prevents additional risk.

Employer s.18 HSE

You must make sure any plant or machinery you use is built or modified so that routine maintenance can be carried out safely – ideally with the equipment switched off. If that isn’t possible, you must ensure maintenance work can be done without putting the worker at risk, or provide suitable protective measures for those carrying out the work.

Employer s.22 HSE

As an employer you must make sure any plant or equipment can be maintained safely. Where possible the equipment should be shut down before maintenance, or designed so the work can be done without exposing the worker to risk, or you must provide suitable protective measures for anyone carrying out risky maintenance tasks.

Employer s.22 HSE When maintenance operations involve a risk to health or safety

You must make sure that every control on your work equipment is clearly marked and easy to see. Controls must be positioned so the operator isn’t put at risk and can see that no one else is in danger when they are used. You also need effective procedures and suitable warnings to keep people clear when the plant starts, and give anyone at risk enough time and means to avoid it.

Employer s.17 HSE

You must make sure that every control on your work equipment is clearly marked and easy to see, and positioned so that the person using it is not put at risk. You also need procedures that let the operator check that no one is in danger before the equipment is started, provide audible or visual warnings, and give anyone nearby enough time and means to move clear when the equipment starts or stops.

Employer s.17 HSE

You must make sure that every control on your plant and machinery can be clearly seen and identified – for example by marking it – and that it is positioned so the operator isn’t exposed to health or safety risk. You also need to ensure the operator can see that no one is in danger when the control is used, provide audible or visual warnings before equipment starts, and give anyone nearby enough time and a clear way to move clear.

Employer s.17 HSE

You must make sure every control on your plant or mobile equipment can be easily seen and identified – for example by using clear labels or colour‑coding. Controls must be positioned so that the person using them is not put at risk, and you need safe work procedures and audible/visual warnings so that nobody is in danger when the equipment starts or stops.

Employer s.17 HSE

You must keep all work equipment in good repair and running efficiently, carrying out any necessary servicing or repairs. If a piece of machinery has a maintenance log, that log must be kept current. This helps you show the equipment is safe and reduces the risk of breakdowns or accidents.

Employer s.5 HSE

If you let employees ride on mobile work equipment (such as diggers, cranes, cherry‑pickers, etc.), you must make sure the plant cannot roll over or crush them. This means you need to stabilise the equipment, provide side‑fall protection or enough clearance, or use an equivalent device, and fit a suitable restraining system where there is a crushing risk.

Employer s.26 HSE When an employee rides on mobile work equipment and there is a …

If your business uses mobile plant or machinery, you must make sure that any risk from falling parts, ruptures, fire, unintended discharge or explosion is either removed or, if that isn’t reasonably possible, is controlled with effective safeguards. You should rely on engineering controls and safe design rather than just personal protective equipment.

Employer s.12 HSE when using mobile work equipment (plant, machinery, vehicles, etc.)

If you provide work equipment, you must make sure that any risk to a person using it from hazards such as falling parts, rupturing, fire, unintended discharge or explosion is either removed or, where removal isn’t reasonably practicable, adequately controlled. You should use engineering or organisational controls rather than relying only on PPE or training.

Employer s.12 HSE When you provide or use work equipment that could present any of …

As an employer you must make sure that anyone using your work equipment is not exposed to risks such as falling parts, ruptures, fire, unintended discharge or explosion. If you cannot reasonably eliminate the risk, you must put in place adequate controls that reduce the likelihood and the effect of the hazard, using engineering or design solutions rather than just PPE or training.

Employer s.12 HSE When work equipment used by a person could cause any of the …

If you provide any plant, machinery or other work equipment, you must stop people being exposed to the risks listed in this regulation – falling parts, ruptures, fire, unintended discharge or explosion. Where you cannot completely prevent the risk, you must put adequate engineering or organisational controls in place, and you should not rely mainly on personal protective equipment or training.

Employer s.12 HSE When using work equipment that could present any of the specified hazards …

As an employer you must make sure that any risk from work equipment – such as parts or substances falling, rupturing, catching fire, being unintentionally released or exploding – is either eliminated or, if that isn’t reasonably practicable, kept under adequate control. You must use safety measures other than just personal protective equipment or training wherever possible.

Employer s.12 HSE when work equipment could cause any of the listed hazards (falling/ejected articles, …

You must make sure any plant or machinery that could be switched off has a clear, easy‑to‑reach means of isolating it from all its energy sources. The isolation devices must be clearly marked and accessible, and you must have procedures so that reconnecting power or other energy never puts a worker at risk.

Employer s.19 HSE when work equipment has sources of energy that can be isolated (i.e., …

You must make sure anyone who uses work equipment – and anyone who supervises its use – has the right health and safety information and, where needed, written instructions. This includes how the equipment should be used, what to do if something goes wrong, and any lessons learned from experience, and the information must be easy to understand.

Employer s.8 HSE

You must make sure that anyone who uses work equipment and anyone who supervises its use have suitable health and safety information and, where needed, written instructions. This information must cover how the equipment should be used, what to do in abnormal situations, and any lessons learned from experience, and it must be easy to understand.

Employer s.8 HSE

You must make sure that anyone who uses work equipment – and any staff who supervise its use – have clear, suitable health and safety information and, where needed, written instructions. This information must explain how the equipment should be used, what to do if something goes wrong, and any lessons learned from experience. The guidance must be easy for users to understand and be kept up‑to‑date.

Employer s.8 HSE

As an employer you must give everyone who uses or supervises work equipment adequate health and safety information and, where needed, written instructions. The information must explain how the equipment should be used, what to do if something goes wrong and any lessons learned, and it must be easy to understand.

Employer s.8 HSE

You must make sure anyone who uses or supervises work equipment in your business gets clear, easy‑to‑understand health and safety information and, where needed, written instructions. The information must explain how the equipment should be used, what to do in abnormal situations and any lessons learned from previous use.

Employer s.8 HSE

You must make sure that any area where staff use machinery or other work equipment is lit well enough for the tasks being carried out. This means checking that light levels are appropriate for safety and productivity, and adjusting the lighting wherever the work changes.

Employer s.21 HSE

You must make sure there is enough good lighting wherever anyone uses machinery, tools or other work equipment. The lighting should be suitable for the task being carried out and kept in good working order, so that work can be performed safely.

Employer s.21 HSE any place where work equipment is used

You must make sure that any area where employees use machinery, tools or other work equipment is lit adequately for the task. The lighting should be appropriate to the type of work being carried out and sufficient to allow safe operation.

Employer s.21 HSE

You must make sure that every area where any work equipment is used has lighting that is fit for the task. The light should be strong enough and positioned correctly for the specific work being carried out, so employees can work safely and without strain.

Employer s.21 HSE

If your business uses equipment that could pose a specific health or safety risk, you must make sure only the people assigned to operate it can use it, and only the people you have specifically designated can repair or maintain it. You also need to give those designated people the proper training for their tasks. Keep records of who is authorised and their training, and check them regularly.

Employer s.7 HSE When work equipment presents a specific health or safety risk

If any of your plant or tools could pose a specific health or safety risk, you must make sure that only the people you have formally assigned to operate that equipment are allowed to use it, and that only those you have specifically designated to carry out repairs, modifications or servicing can do so. You also need to provide those designated staff with adequate training for the tasks they will perform.

Employer s.7 HSE When the use of work equipment is likely to involve a specific …

If a piece of work equipment could pose a specific health or safety risk, you must make sure that only the people assigned to operate it are allowed to do so, and that any repairs or maintenance are carried out only by people you have specifically designated for those tasks. Those designated workers must also receive the training they need for their specific duties.

Employer s.7 HSE When the use of work equipment is likely to involve a specific …

If any of your plant or tools could pose a specific health or safety risk, you must only allow the people you have assigned to use that equipment to do so. Only staff you have formally designated for repair, modification, maintenance or servicing may carry out those tasks, and they must receive adequate training for the work they are assigned.

Employer s.7 HSE When work equipment presents a specific health or safety risk

If any plant or machinery you use could pose a specific health‑or‑safety risk, you must only let the people you have specifically appointed to operate it actually use it, and only the people you have specifically designated to carry out repairs, modifications, maintenance or servicing may do that work. You also have to make sure those designated people receive adequate training for the tasks they are assigned.

Employer s.7 HSE When the use of work equipment is likely to involve a specific …

Record keeping 6

You must keep every report made under regulation 34(1) on hand for at least two years after it is written, so inspectors can see them. You also need to display the current safety certificate for each power press on or near the machine until a new one replaces it, and then retain that old certificate for six months after it was signed.

Employer s.35 HSE

If you use mobile work equipment, you must keep any safety reports you produce for two years and make them available for inspection. You also need to keep the equipment’s safety certificate at the machine until it is replaced, and then retain it for six months after it is signed.

Employer s.35 HSE When you have mobile work equipment that requires a report (Reg 34) …

When you produce a report about a power press (or any other equipment) you must keep that report so it can be inspected for two years. You also need to display the safety certificate for each power press on the site until it’s replaced, and then retain it for six months after it’s signed.

Employer s.35 HSE When a report is made under regulation 34(1) or a certificate is …

You must retain any PUWER safety report for two years after it is produced and keep the safety certificate for each power press on or near the machine until it is replaced. After a certificate is superseded you still need to keep it for six months. The documents must be accessible for inspection by HSE or other authorised persons.

Employer s.35 HSE When a PUWER report is made under regulation 34(1) or a certificate …

You must keep any PUWER reports you produce for two years after they are written, and you must keep the safety certificates for each power press on site until they are replaced. Once a certificate is replaced, keep the old one for six months after it was signed. These documents must be ready for HSE inspection when required.

Employer s.35 HSE

You must keep any report made under regulation 34 for two years after it is written, and you must keep the safety certificate for each power press at the machine until a new certificate replaces it, then retain it for six months after it is signed. These documents must be stored where they can be shown to inspectors.

Employer s.35 HSE

Reporting and filing 6

When you (or someone you’ve appointed) carry out a thorough examination or an inspection/test of a power press, you must immediately tell your business of any fault that could be dangerous, write a detailed report, and, if it’s a serious risk, send a copy to the local enforcing authority. This ensures the problem is dealt with quickly and the regulator is kept informed.

Any Person s.34 HSE When carrying out a thorough examination under regulation 32 or an inspection/test …

When a thorough examination or inspection of a power press (or its guard/protection device) is carried out, the person doing the check must tell you straight away about any defect that could be dangerous, write a full report and send a copy to the relevant enforcement authority. This ensures dangerous equipment is dealt with quickly and documented properly.

Any Person s.34 HSE When a thorough examination (Reg 32) or inspection and test (Reg 33) …

When a competent person carries out a thorough examination or an inspection of a power press, they must tell you immediately if they find a dangerous defect, produce a written report with the required details, and if a defect exists, send a copy of that report to the relevant enforcing authority. This ensures you and the regulator are aware of any safety issues as quickly as possible.

Any Person s.34 HSE After carrying out a thorough examination (Regulation 32) or an inspection/test (Regulation …

When a competent person carries out a thorough examination or an inspection of a power press, its guard or protection device, they must promptly tell you about any defect that could be dangerous. They must also provide you with a written report (including the details set out in Schedule 3) and, if the defect is serious, send a copy of that report to the relevant enforcing authority as soon as practicable.

Employer s.34 HSE Whenever a thorough examination (Reg 32) or an inspection/test (Reg 33) of …

When a competent person carries out a thorough exam or inspection of a power press, they must tell you straight away if they find any defect that could be dangerous, give you a written report, and, if a defect exists, send a copy of that report to the local enforcing authority. Your business must have arrangements in place so these notifications and reports happen promptly.

Employer s.34 HSE Whenever a thorough examination (Reg 32) or an inspection and test (Reg …

Whenever a power press, its guard or protection device is thoroughly examined or inspected, the examiner must tell you straight away if they find a defect that could be dangerous. They must also produce a written report with the required details, and if the defect is a safety risk, send a copy of that report to the relevant enforcement authority as soon as possible. You need to have a process to receive, keep and act on these reports.

Any Person s.34 HSE When a thorough examination (Reg 32) or inspection (Reg 33) of a …

Training 7

You must make sure every person who operates or looks after any work equipment in your business gets proper health‑and‑safety training. This includes teaching them how to use the equipment, the risks involved and the precautions they must take. The same level of training must also be provided to anyone who supervises or manages that equipment.

Employer s.9 HSE

You must make sure anyone who uses work equipment – and any staff who supervise or manage its use – receives appropriate health and safety training. The training should cover how to operate the equipment safely, the risks involved and the precautions needed. This training must be in place before they start using the equipment and kept up to date.

Employer s.9 HSE

You must make sure anyone who operates work equipment – and any staff who supervise its use – receives proper health and safety training. The training must cover how to use the equipment, the risks involved, and the precautions required. Keep records of the training you provide as proof.

Employer s.9 HSE

You must make sure anyone who operates your work equipment, and anyone who supervises or manages that equipment, receives adequate health and safety training. The training should cover how to use the equipment safely, the risks involved and the precautions needed.

Employer s.9 HSE

You must make sure that every employee who operates any work equipment receives proper health and safety training. This includes teaching them how to use the equipment safely, the risks involved and the precautions to take. You also need to train anyone who supervises or manages the use of that equipment.

Employer s.9 HSE

You must make sure anyone who operates, or supervises the use of, work equipment in your business receives adequate health and safety training. The training must cover how to use the equipment, the risks involved and the precautions required. This is a continuous duty for all equipment users.

Employer s.9 HSE Whenever any person uses or supervises work equipment

As an employer you must make sure anyone who uses or supervises work equipment gets clear health and safety information, and written instructions where needed. The information must cover how the equipment should be used, what to do if something goes wrong, and any lessons learned from experience, and it must be easy to understand.

Employer s.8 HSE