Why COSHH will hit hard on health and safety
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The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) took effect in Great Britain October 1, 1989. It overrides outdated laws and requires employers to exhibit good occupational hygiene with regard to hazardous substances in the workplace. A business that fails to comply with the new legislation will face criminal prosecution. Along with other requirements of the legislation, employers are now required to: assess the risk to employees' health from hazardous substances used in the workplace; implement control measures that prevent hazardous substance exposure; and ensure that equipment is well maintained and control measures are followed. Personnel managers will be the responsibility for enforcing COSHH regulations.
Publication Name: Personnel Management
Subject: Human resources and labor relations
ISSN: 0031-5761
Year: 1989
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Lessons to be learned from the teachers
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A review of the history surrounding teachers' labor negotiations in the UK is presented. In 1986 the government revealed that it was considering repealing the 1965 Remuneration of Teachers Act. The Act had established that negotiating parties could have access to arbitration. It also increased the bargaining power of teachers. However, teacher union rivalry in the UK and the increased use of disruptive sanctions are two reasons why repeal of the Remuneration of Teachers Act has come under discussion.
Publication Name: Personnel Management
Subject: Human resources and labor relations
ISSN: 0031-5761
Year: 1987
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