health and safety
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To: Mr Fitt From: Shazad Din Subject: Report on health and safety in a working environment Date: 26th March 2007 Introduction In this report I will be explaining the health and safety and welfare legislations act and also the safe working environment of a work place. I will be explaining the electrical hazards, fire hazards, emergency evacuation plan, working smoking policy, hygiene facilities, first aid and manual handling. Electrical hazards Electricity is a dangerous but useful source of energy. Circuit Overload Protection Overloading electrical circuits is extremely dangerous and should not be permitted at any time. All systems shall be installed as intended by the manufacturer and in order with the National Electrical Code and local electrical codes. Each electrical circuit breaker or fuse should be clearly marked with the name of the electrical appliance served by that circuit. Breaker or fuse identification allows for interruption of the electrical current to the circuit in...


