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Risk assessment

Employers are required to assess the risks to their employees and volunteers arising from the work being planned. The purpose of the assessment is to enable the employer to decide what measures are necessary to comply with all applicable health and safety legislation. This may include safe systems of work, personal protective equipment or guarding...

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