Which laws apply to golf course health and safety?

Golf Safety documents are based on relevant UK health and safety legislation and HSE guidance, including:

• Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974
• Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
• Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH)
• Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER)
• Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992
• Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005
• Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005

Other legislation and guidance may also apply depending on the activities, equipment, substances and facilities at the golf club. This may include requirements relating to fire safety, work at height, personal protective equipment, lifting equipment, pesticides, workplace transport and other specific risks.