The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 Health and safety management Should be a straightforward part of managing your workplace as a whole. It involves practical steps that protect people from harm and at the same time protect the future success and the growth of your business. Good practice in health and safety makes sound business sense. PLAN Describe how you manage health and safety in your business (your legally required policy) and plan to make it happen in practice. DO Prioritise and control your risks – consult your employees and provide training and information. CHECK Measure how you are doing. ACT Learn from your experience. Leading health and safety at work Actions for directors, board members, business owners and organisations of all sizes https://watmos.simplyhas.com/e-learning/pdfs/indg417.pdf Introduction In general, health and safety laws apply to all businesses, no matter how small. As an employer, or a self-employed person, you are responsible for health and safety in your business. You need to take the right precautions to reduce the risks of workplace dangers and provide a safe working environment.