The handbook of health and safety practice

"Provides a lucid exposition and a comprehensive overview for both specialist safety officers and general line managers. Very readable:' - Journal of the Institute of Health Education

"The excellent layout and graphic illustrations support the text throughout for easy and enjoyable reading and assimilation... a rich source of theory and practice for students and professionals alike:' - Occupational Health & Hygiene

The Handbook of Health and Safety Practice is the book for anyone involved in health and safety including: health and safety practitioners, personnel managers, lawyers, engineers and those studying for NEBOSH , IOSH and the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health examinations.

This new edition has been updated to take into account new legislation such as: 1998 Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations, 1998 Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations, 1998 Control of Lead at Work Regulations, 1997 Health and Safety (Young Persons) Regulations, 1997 Confined Spaces Regulations, 1996 Health and Safety (Safety Signs and Signals) Regulations.

This book also includes information on the Health and Safety Executive's Guidance Notes on topics such as: audiometry, ear protection, construction health and safety management, biological agents, manual handling risk assessment and catering activities.

Organised in two parts, the legal and the practical aspects, this book gives you complete coverage of health and safety and tells you how to implement them successfully in your company.