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University is required to protect employees and others from exposure to AOR by eliminating or reducing the risk.
The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 requires employers to prevent exposure of asbestos to anyone using or working in the University's premises.
Our work, teaching and scientific research involves the use of physical agents that have the potential to cause disease or injury to staff and students.
When you purchase work equipment you are responsible for ensuring it complies with the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations.
The Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations require the risks from dangerous substances to be removed or controlled.
The University has a legal obligation to maintain electrical equipment in a safe condition.
The Electromagnetic Fields (EMF) Standard applies to EMF at the University that presents a significant risk to health and safety.
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) requires that risks arising from hazardous substances are prevented or controlled.
This checklist will help to ensure the employee has a suitable health and safety induction.
All staff need to be competent to meet their responsibilities and the University's and departmental health and safety standards related to their work.