Health and safety - quick facts

Health and safety means protecting people from injury or illness at work and in public places. It involves making sure workplaces are safe, equipment is properly maintained, staff are trained, and risks are controlled.

It also involves ensuring that explosive, highly flammable, or otherwise dangerous substances are used and stored safely.

This section gives you a quick overview of your responsibilities under health and safety law, so you can stay compliant and help keep your employees and others safe — both physically and mentally.